A comment from the Edmunds web site on high performance sport sedans. I did not make this up. I have posted the link, but you may need to register to see it. Look for post # 138. Hard to believe.
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/?14@512.XaG0aXGJgYi@.f10544f



Michael,

Adding HP is just a matter of adding a larger more efficent Engine! What your talking about with traction addition is Torque ( the force that get's the vehicle moving)and this requires Structural and Pitch and roll supports to ensure that the vehicle doesn't tear itself apart over the years. The more weight you add the less Torque you can produce...... hence the less PERFORMANCE the vehicle is allowed to exert on you and your driving experience. AWD adds stability and some Torque at the expense of performance. SEE???<ul><li><a href="http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/?14@512.XaG0aXGJgYi@.f10544f">http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/?14@512.XaG0aXGJgYi@.f10544f</a</li></ul>