Glossary / General

peak torque

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Peak torque is the most power an engine can give to help it move quickly. It's important for how fast a car can go.

Technical Definition

Peak torque is the maximum amount of twisting force an engine produces, which is crucial for acceleration and overall performance.

Hear It Discussed

"Peak torque is always low, very low. Because you're dealing with the turbocharger, right?"
This Unicorn Diesel Manual Slicktop Wagon Is One of Sacco’s Best — Carmudgeon Ep 240 w Jason Cammisa The Carmudgeon Show 07:26

"peak torque 3,800 peak power 7,000 peak torque is 4,900..."
LC500 for 1100 miles; Hydrogen Lawsuit; Kitten rescue The Smoking Tire 38:56

"it's got 400 and it's got peak torque of I want to say 370 pounds feet from 1,250 reps. So it just, do you notice the difference?"
Super Cooper, mega-mile Toyotas, Ineos My week in cars: the Autocar podcast 15:44