
Originally Posted by
pup2
Sorry, let me elaborate. I got to my conclusion when i saw the formula POWER=TORQUE X CONSTANT X RPM / CONSTANT on Wiki. Assuming it's true, it means Power is a function of Torque and RPM -- meaning it's an all-encompassing figure given current RPM levels.
On the other hand, some people may consider high Torque cars and think they accelerate faster despite lower RPM (I think electric is the ultimate example of this). Not true.
In that sense, HP is a better indication of acceleration because it already includes both torque AND RPM. OTH, having higher torque will always mean having stronger PULLING power but not necessarily accelerate faster.
If this is what Niky means, and I think it is, it, might be too technical for most people who might still think torque is the all-important number for acceleration.
If the formula is incorrect, I stand corrected and I apologize for Wiki ...