How Many Layout Forms Does the Drivetrain Have?

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The drivetrain has five layout forms: front-engine front-wheel drive, front-engine rear-wheel drive, mid-engine rear-wheel drive, rear-engine rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive. Below is a detailed introduction to these five layout forms: 1. In front-engine front-wheel drive cars, most engines are transversely mounted. The majority of the car's weight is concentrated at the front, which can affect handling. If the front is too heavy, the car may experience understeer during fast cornering. 2. Cars with mid-engine layouts have a more balanced front-to-rear weight distribution. This balance prevents both oversteer and understeer during fast cornering, enhancing the car's handling. 3. Rear-engine cars are relatively rare. The Porsche 911 series features a rear-engine layout, but Porsche engineers have still managed to design a balanced front-to-rear weight distribution. 4. Most luxury sedans use front-engine rear-wheel drive, as rear-wheel drive can handle higher power outputs. 5. In front-engine rear-wheel drive cars, both the engine and transmission are longitudinally mounted. This allows the powertrain to be shifted rearward, achieving a balanced front-to-rear weight distribution.