Quote Originally Posted by PoRodder View Post
I believe the purpose of any 8 speed is to keep the RPM consistent in one range. The engine struggles less, motors smooth, and viola better gas mileage.
Yep, bringing one of the new 6, 7, 8 or 9 speed electronic controlled trannys into the a discussion compared to TH350's or 700R4's in a hot rod built like a box is apples and oranges. The chart is just a smiler, not intended to be anything more than a bit of fun.