Why are electric cars able to deliver power instantly, but gas engines take more time to build up power?

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Why are electric cars able to deliver power instantly, but gas engines take more time to build up power?

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Basically, combustion engines are air pumps.
You need some time to get the air in, mix it with petrol or whatever chemical is used for the combustion, etc…
That’s what is happening during the four strokes in which only one stroke is producing power.

It’s kind of like trying to push a little boat by blowing air on it vs simply pushing it with your finger.

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