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Originally Posted by Walrus
The best method of answering this question would to be to look at the power/torque curves v/s rpm. Typically, again a generalization, a V8 will develop its maximum Torque lower in the RPM band than a engine of similar size, but fewer cylinders. Torque is what you need to focus on, as HP is a function of torque.
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An engine with greater horsepower will climb the hill faster than an engine with greater torque, provided that the gearing allows the engine with the greater horsepower to achieve the rpm where the maximum horsepower is produced.
Focusing on torque is only applicable if there is no proper gearbox.