Quarter Mile Calculator

Free estimate elapsed time (et) and trap speed for drag racing based on horsepower and vehicle weight.

Input Parameters

HP

Engine output horsepower

Include vehicle, driver, and fuel weight

Results

Enter horsepower and weight to calculate

Quarter Mile Formulas

Elapsed Time (ET)

ET = 5.825 × (Weight/HP)^(1/3)

Where:

  • • Weight in pounds
  • • HP = horsepower
  • • Result in seconds

Trap Speed

Trap Speed = 234 × (HP/Weight)^(1/3)

Where:

  • • Weight in pounds
  • • HP = horsepower
  • • Result in mph

Note: These are estimates. Actual performance depends on traction, aerodynamics, drivetrain, and other factors.

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