Why Do Electric Cars Accelerate So Quickly from a Standstill?

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Here are the reasons why electric cars accelerate so quickly from a standstill: 1. Different power performance: The primary reason is the distinct power characteristics between electric motors and internal combustion engines. Let's first discuss the more familiar internal combustion engine. Due to the existence of maximum horsepower RPM and maximum power RPM, gasoline engines cannot fully release their maximum power during low-RPM starting phases. Only when operating within the maximum horsepower RPM range can the engine unleash its full power. 2. Different transmission systems: The second reason lies in the transmission. In gasoline-powered vehicles, the engine generates power, and the transmission provides driving force by changing gear ratios. Thus, the acceleration capability of gasoline cars depends not only on the engine's power performance but also on the transmission's shifting logic. Electric vehicles, however, adopt a direct drive approach, resulting in significantly higher power transmission efficiency.