[andyauger]

http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mhorsepower.html

Uncle Cecil explains the mysteries in simple terms for the teeming millions.

 

[gqelements]

not bad a talll...

 

[ASCSurveyor]

Very informative.

Please submit a 5 page essay describing what you've learned here. Cite specific examples of how horsepower and torque can help you or hurt you in a high speed chase through downtown streets versus a Dodge Viper.

 

[panthercity]

Well done!