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Horsepower Calculator

Calculate horsepower from torque and RPM.

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Horsepower
285.6 hp
hp = torque × rpm ÷ 5252

About the Horsepower Calculator

Horsepower and torque are linked by engine speed. Enter torque (lb-ft) and RPM and the calculator returns horsepower using hp = torque × rpm ÷ 5252. It's the classic formula car enthusiasts use to convert dyno torque figures into power.

How to use the Horsepower Calculator

  1. 1Enter your torque and engine RPM.
  2. 2Read the result instantly — it recalculates as you type.
  3. 3Adjust the numbers to model different scenarios.

Frequently asked questions

How do you calculate horsepower?

Horsepower = torque (lb-ft) × RPM ÷ 5252. The two curves always cross at 5252 RPM.

Torque vs horsepower?

Torque is rotational force; horsepower is the rate of doing work (torque over time). Both matter for how a car feels.

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