How is engine power measured?
The fact is there is no way of directly measuring power – all types of dynamometer measure torque and then power is calculated from the formula BHP = Torque (ft/lbs) x rpm/5252. This basic equation is the foundation of all engine design, development, and tuning. Two main methods of measuring power are used in the automotive industry – (1) measurement at the crankshaft of the engine or (2) measurement at the driving wheels. Read on to find out more about these two methods.
