Whether you’re reading about V8 pickups or electric sedans, the concept of torque is critical to understanding the capabilities of a car. Torque often takes a back seat to horsepower when it comes to ...

Power and torque are concepts we all know and understand, right? Well, not everybody can accurately describe the difference. Imagine, for a moment, you're stopped at a red light when a slammed '06 BMW ...

When it comes to engine (and really, overall vehicle) power, the most commonly referenced values are horsepower and torque. Mainly horsepower, which some enthusiasts are always looking for ways to ...

Try this for kicks. The next time you’re surrounded by your gearhead buddies, ask them to explain the difference between horsepower and torque. The participants will immediately divide into “pro ...

"Horsepower" and "torque" rank among the most confusing automotive terms. To understand just what these terms mean, you must first grasp the concepts of "work" and "power." WORK:The movement of an ...

More horsepower generally means a car has a higher top speed, while more torque generally means a car can accelerate faster. Unless we're talking about a big work diesel or something, where you'd have ...

Horsepower and torque are the two common units of measurement to describe the capabilities of an engine. Of course, if a little of anything is good for most hot rodders, a bunch is better, so the ...