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Assuming everything else is equal between two cars, would the car with the higher horsepower have higher top speed and vice versa?
Assuming everything else is equal between two or more cars....
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The discussion centers on the relationship between horsepower and top speed in vehicles, asserting that a car with higher horsepower can achieve a higher top speed, provided other factors remain constant. It emphasizes the importance of gearing adjustments to accommodate increased horsepower at the same engine RPM. The consensus is that while horsepower is a critical factor, it must be paired with appropriate gearing to maximize a vehicle's speed potential.
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