Dragster Chassis Length
Is there a formula or rule of thumb for determining the approximate wheelbase that will be best for a certain power level?
I've been seeing some interesting deals on E-Bay and such, and have wanted to put together a 4 cylinder dragster as a sort of rolling test lab, comparable to an F/D or F/ED. These cars seem to have a shorter wheelbase than any of the small block V-8 dragsters, like a C/D, and they are definitely shorter than most Super Comp applications. And then the Top Fuelers are over 300" long.
Looks like there's a correlation between available power and wheelbase. Can anyone explain it?
In particular, is a 220" wheelbase too long for a naturally aspirated 4 cyl with automatic?
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Tony Curcio 1860 STK
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