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Originally Posted by doug_porsche
Torque defines how fast it can go
HP is how fast it will get to the top speed.
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You have it backwards. Horsepower defines the top speed. The gear ratio spread (which affects the thrust) and ultimately the amount of area under the power curve define how fast the car can reach top speed.
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1971 911S, 2.7RS spec MFI engine, suspension mods, lightened
Suspension by Rebel Racing, Serviced by TLG Auto, Brakes by PMB Performance
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