OK maybe you guys can help me understand this whole torque "mystery",and the b series engines inherent lack of it, in relation to its performance. What i guess I really want to know is, why the hell does everyone moan and bish about Honda engines ( more specifically, the b and k series engines) having no torque ?
From what I understand, HP is some kind of function relative to the flywheel revolution speed (RPMs), while torque is basically the strength with which it turns, right ? (correct me if I'm wrong).
Well, why do B series motors NEED to have any more torque than they already have ? Integras can produce enough torque to chirp the tires at around 3k on the tachometer. This is perfect, because for an ideal drag launch you are always looking for that perfect medium between instant take off ( which is why you raise your RPMs before launch) and not burning out TOO much (so you do not lose any time on the starting line).
Wouldnt more torque , just mean more burning out at the starting line, and less distance travelled (due to the tires spinning but not covering any distance on the ground) ? I mean, If I have sufficient torque to get instant take-off at 3k, and bring me to the 5-7k poweband without a problem, and my tires are chirping every time I switch gears ( meaning that they are not bogged down by lack of torque), then why would I ever want any more torque than what I already have ? Doesn't more torque translate into slower 1/4 times because of more tire burning and less actual distance travelled ? Someone please shed some light !