RPM Calculator — Calculate Engine RPM from Vehicle Speed

RPM Calculator

Calculate engine RPM based on vehicle speed, transmission gear ratio, final drive ratio, and tire size. Perfect for gear selection and transmission tuning.

Step 1: Vehicle Details

60 mph

Understanding Gear Ratios

The transmission gear ratio determines how many times the engine rotates for each wheel rotation. The final drive ratio is the gear reduction in the differential. Lower ratios provide better fuel economy at highway speeds, while higher ratios improve acceleration.

Step 2: Tire & Options

6500 RPM

About RPM Calculation

Engine RPM is calculated using the formula: RPM = (Speed * Gear Ratio * Final Drive * 336) / Tire Diameter. This calculation helps determine optimal gear ratios for performance, fuel economy, or specific racing applications.

RPM Calculation Results

Summary
Gear Comparison
RPM Range

Engine RPM at Current Speed

2,450 RPM
At 60 mph with 5th gear (1.00) and 3.23 final drive
Vehicle Speed
60 mph
Engine RPM
2,450 RPM
Effective Gear Ratio
3.23:1
Redline Speed
159 mph

Gear Ratio Comparison

Gear Ratio RPM @ Current Speed Speed @ Redline

RPM Range Analysis

RPM Calculation Formula

RPM = (Speed × Transmission Ratio × Final Drive Ratio × 336) ÷ Tire Diameter

This formula calculates engine RPM based on vehicle speed and gear ratios. The constant 336 is derived from unit conversions (miles to inches and hours to minutes).

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