How many horsepower ?

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Today we read about 500 plus HP supercars (new Ford GT 40) as if we are talking about green peas. But, did you ever try stopping one horse? Ever tried pulling one horse from it's place? That is to say with your car. This picture is from a magazine from another era. The 1905 advert is selling the Autocar X-Type Runabout by showing (!) its power. Yes, this is the moment to clic the photo for the full picture.
Now the funny thing is that the advertising budget was too small to show the full power of the car! We see roughly out 3,8 horses whereas the car is much, much stronger. Take the time to read the unabridged body text . What's in a tiny piece of paper... Enjoy your Tuesday and remember the next time you are talking horsepowers. (Horwitz Collection)

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