Where can I find information on how engine placement affects a cars performance and handling?
ME… The placement of the engine in a car is very important, as it will affect how a car handles since it is a great percentage of the cars weight. Front Engine: The engine is placed over the front axle (connects the front two wheels) Most of the cars weight will be on the front wheels, giving the front wheels the most grip in normal conditions This gives the car better turning grip in normal conditions However in extreme conditions such as low grip conditions, the car will tend to under steer while turning because of inertia acting on the front of the car where most of the weight is This is favourable in a front wheel drive car (where the front wheels powers the car) but not as favourable in a rear wheel drive car Mid-Front Engine: The engine is placed behind the front axle but in front of the driver Less of the cars weight is over the front wheels, therefore the grip levels between the front and the rear wheels are almost or exactly equal In low grip situations, this makes it easier
