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Originally Posted by DGthe3

Traction control isn't hooking 700+ hp to the ground, its limiting the power available so that the tires don't break traction. There is a couple hundred hp difference between the two despite the end result in either case being no spin.

And the 325mm tire, plus the low curb weight, plus the rear biased weight distribution, plus the all wheel drive system all probably had a bit of an effect in getting the Porsche to 60 mph in 2.4s. Traction control made it easier for them to get that time in a reasonable number of attempts, but given enough practice & experience, a person could match the system. On the other hand, give it a wheel & tire package thats 2" narrower & it won't matter how good of a driver (or TC system) you've got, you're not going to hit those times (all other things being equal).

Thanks for confirming what I knew 13 years ago. From F1. Thanks!