Jim Henderson wrote:
> There isn't a linear relationship between the rotational speed of the 
> wheels and the speed of the engine.

There is, in a (relatively primitive) manual transmission. There is not, 
however, a linear relationship between engine RPM and gasoline usage.

> Similarly, if I apply the brakes to a full stop, the engine doesn't die, 
> it idles.

When did you last drive a manual transmission? :-)

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   Darren New / San Diego, CA, USA (PST)
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