Eli5: Drivetrains

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If AWD is quicker than RWD in a drag race, then why do most drag-built cars like mustangs have RWD

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Simple answer,
1.awd is heavier=slower
2.weight shifts to rear wheels when accelerating hard=less traction in front wheels
3. Big special tires in the back for traction and small in front for less friction

When drag racing regular cars u get the advantage of 4wd because you usually use normal tires so you can get better traction that way than just regular 2wd. But when building a real drag car it’s better and easier to use rwd

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