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How much horsepower does a NASCAR have?

I’m a huge NASCAR fan and I know those cars are super fast—but how much horsepower does a NASCAR actually have?

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Sarah Gray · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’re right, NASCAR racers are fast—and this year’s cars will be no different. NASCAR confirmed that for the 2022 Cup Series, cars will feature a 670-hp engine rather than the 550-hp package used since 2019.
But don’t be fooled, higher horsepower doesn’t necessarily mean a faster lap-time. NASCAR discovered during NextGen testing at Charlotte Motor Speedway that the higher HP racers actually return slower lap-times and fewer passing opportunities since the drivers have to let off the gas more often.
This will make for an even more exciting season than ever since it puts the focus squarely on each driver’s skill.
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