ORIGINAL: lrrambo
How about superchargers, (Merlins) turbochargers(p-38's) and 130-150 high octane fuel? (Fuel with Tetra-ethyl lead and boosters added to it)
Ding, ding, ding!! Ladies and Gentlemen; we have a winner. Tetra-ethyl lead, the supply of which was controlled by the United States, allowed allied engines to be run at higher compression and more advanced timing; as compared to German engines. In effect, the Germans were running on "regular" and the Allies were running "high test". All in all, a big horsepower advantage. More power; more speed; faster climb.
You, Sir; have the conch shell. Thanks; Ernie P.