What is the purpose of having the engine in the back of the car, and why do only sports cars have it there?
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It’s all about weight distribution.
Of the few that have it in the rear, it’s so the weight of the engine keeps the rear wheels touching the ground and giving you better grip.
Really, most sport cars have their engine in the middle of the car, between the front and rear wheels. This means that during tight turns all the wheels are on the ground, the back won’t kick out, and the front digs in where you want it.
Regular cars don’t need this because a family of four rarely does any high-speed cornering, and it takes up passenger/storage space.
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