Does the placement of wheels on a car change speed car?

The placement of wheels on a car, specifically the wheelbase (distance between the front and rear axles) and track width (distance between the wheels on an axle), affects the car's handling and stability, but not its *maximum* speed directly. A car with a longer wheelbase might be more stable at high speeds, allowing the driver to feel more confident going faster, but it won't inherently be *capable* of a higher top speed than a shorter wheelbase car with the same engine and aerodynamics.

Factors that *do* directly influence a car's top speed include:

* Engine power and torque: More powerful engines allow for higher speeds.

* Aerodynamics: A more aerodynamic design reduces drag, allowing the car to reach higher speeds.

* Gear ratios: The transmission's gear ratios determine how engine power is translated to wheel speed.

* Rolling resistance: The friction between the tires and the road affects speed.

* Weight: A lighter car requires less power to reach a given speed.

While wheel placement indirectly influences some of these factors (for example, a wider track might improve stability, indirectly affecting handling at high speeds), it doesn't directly add or subtract from the car's potential top speed.