RE: v10 torque vrs diesel
There is another variable that seldom gets mentioned in these endless gas vbs diesel rants.Diesels appear to be able to run at a higher percentage of their max rpm/hp numbers..without any distress than gas motors. my 8.9 diesel makes max power around 2200 rpm and is able to turn 2500 rpm...when going downhill...with the jake brake on..But it will run at 1800 rpm...i think forever.
A big gas engine with a power peak at 5000 rpm..would not be too happy running at 4000 rpm ......
