Well, considering that the engine and gearbox were designed to propel a 2800
pound car and the Spit weighs in at a bit over 1450, I suspect that the
top end would be significantly more than I would care to push it! :)
Joe
Jim Hill wrote:
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> Joe Curry wrote:
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> > I just did my own spreadsheet using Mark's formula and if this
> > is correct, I could theoretically get 200 mph out of my Spitfire
> > (If I was crazy enough to drive it at full speed, that is)! :)
>
> More than bravery is required - the formula doesn't take into consideration
> the horsepower required to get the car to that speed . . .
>
> Jim Hill
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