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Old 10-18-2024, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by BrianL99 View Post
So this a serious question. I've been in a Tesla and the acceleration is amazing. I've heard reports that these things actually have over 500 hp. Why?

I get it, if you're building a car to compete with a Dodge Hellcat, but why does Mr & Mrs Havisham need so much power? Is there something about electric vehicles, that demands this sort of power production?
Electric motors produce more torque than than ICE engines. IMO there should be (and probably are) torque controls limited power. IMO normal driving mode should be limited to 200 HP. Even with that 200 HP electric motor has instant torque which in this situation probably wouldn’t made difference?