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Hi all,
I have a question regarding Power (kilowatts) and Torque (Nm).
When it comes to a drag against another performance car, should we be more concerned with the cars torque output or power output.
Putting aside power to weight ratio, some cars have more torque output than the Z33 (with less power) whilst other cars have more power (with less torque or similar torque).
What is also interesting is that the delivery of turbocharged vehicles is always greater than naturally aspirated vehicles. For example, the STi/EVO with similar power and torque figures and yet, their acceleration capabilities and times tell a positively differently story.
Common sense would say that a car with more power and more torque than the Z would be quicker, both from standing start and overtaking.
Thanks,
Z33Fairlady
I have a question regarding Power (kilowatts) and Torque (Nm).
When it comes to a drag against another performance car, should we be more concerned with the cars torque output or power output.
Putting aside power to weight ratio, some cars have more torque output than the Z33 (with less power) whilst other cars have more power (with less torque or similar torque).
What is also interesting is that the delivery of turbocharged vehicles is always greater than naturally aspirated vehicles. For example, the STi/EVO with similar power and torque figures and yet, their acceleration capabilities and times tell a positively differently story.
Common sense would say that a car with more power and more torque than the Z would be quicker, both from standing start and overtaking.
Thanks,
Z33Fairlady