Whois & Analysis for dragtimes.com

Drag racing is a type of motor racing in which automobiles or motorcycles (usually specially prepared for the purpose) compete, usually two at a time, to be first to cross a set finish line.

The race follows a short, straight course from a standing start over a measured distance, most commonly ¼ mile, with a shorter 3/16 mile 10 feet becoming increasingly popular, as it has become the standard for nitromethane-powered Top Fuel dragsters and funny cars where some major bracket races and other sanctioning bodies have adopted it as the standard, while (1/8 mi) is also popular in some circles.

Electronic timing and speed sensing systems have been used to record race results since the 1960s.

Muscle car is an American term used to refer to a variety of high-performance automobiles.

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines muscle cars as "any of a group of American-made 2-door sports cars with powerful engines designed for high-performance driving." A large V8 engine is fitted in a 2-door, rear wheel drive, family-style compact, mid-size or full-size car designed for four or more passengers.

Sold at an affordable price, muscle cars are intended for street use and occasional drag racing.

They are distinct from two-seat sports cars and expensive 2+2 GTs intended for high-speed touring and road racing.

A dynamometer or "dyno" for short, is a device for measuring force, torque, or power.

For example, the power produced by an engine, motor or other rotating can be calculated by simultaneously measuring torque and rotational speed (RPM).