09-29-2004, 12:54 AM
Aren't we pretty much really close to see level here? The map I found was ~100-0 meters above sea level.
And yeah, that makes a HUGE difference.
Saskatchewan: http://atlas.gc.ca/site/english/maps/refer...emap_image_view
Ontario: http://atlas.gc.ca/site/english/maps/refer...emap_image_view
BHP Loss = Elevation in Feet / 1000 x 0.03 x BHP at Sea Level
= 1500ft/1000 x 0.03 x 130hp
=5.85hp
Just with this calculation at 450meters above sea level you lose almost 6hp compared to same car at sea level. :s
Trying to find a formula as to how it affects drag racing.
And yeah, that makes a HUGE difference.
Saskatchewan: http://atlas.gc.ca/site/english/maps/refer...emap_image_view
Ontario: http://atlas.gc.ca/site/english/maps/refer...emap_image_view
BHP Loss = Elevation in Feet / 1000 x 0.03 x BHP at Sea Level
= 1500ft/1000 x 0.03 x 130hp
=5.85hp
Just with this calculation at 450meters above sea level you lose almost 6hp compared to same car at sea level. :s
Trying to find a formula as to how it affects drag racing.