Power to Weight Ratio Calculator
Free calculate horsepower per pound ratio for vehicles. assess acceleration potential and performance characteristics.
Input Parameters
HP
Include vehicle, driver, and fuel weight
Results
Enter horsepower and weight to calculate
Power to Weight Ratio
Formula
P/W = HP / Weight (lb)
Where:
- • P/W = power-to-weight ratio (HP/lb)
- • HP = horsepower
- • Weight in pounds
Performance Categories
- • Economy: 0.05-0.07 HP/lb
- • Performance: 0.07-0.09 HP/lb
- • Sports: 0.09-0.15 HP/lb
- • Supercar: 0.15+ HP/lb