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Old 01-27-2010, 10:25 PM   #33
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Originally Posted by DGthe3 View Post
spelling aside, he is partially correct. Gearing, weight, grip, and drive config do play a role in addition to hp. He just doesn't comprehend the relative importance of each when it comes to the 1/4 mile. AWD is one of the least important factors in a 1/4 mile drag race as its weight and inefficiency reduce acceleration after its moving, negating much of its off the line advantage. But in a shorter race, like 1/8th mile other cars don't have the time to run them down. I know you don't need this explained ... I'm just bored right now.
You also forgot to add that any good driver can match AWD 60 FT times with a RWD vehicle.
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