How Horsepower Affects Acceleration

How does horsepower affect acceleration? How does more horsepower translate to a quicker car? This video explains at a basic level how an increase in horsepower will yield faster 0-60 times, thus better acceleration.

Note: This video assumes traction is not the limiting factor in acceleration. In reality acceleration times could be much different to due a lack of tire grip.

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