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Originally Posted by Dav1d
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The torque in the clutch and gearbox depends on what is connected to both sides. In one end, we have the engine. It can produce a certain maximum torque. In the other end, we have our tires. If they are not on the ground, the engine can not build up much torque in the clutch or the gearbox. There is not enough resistance.
On the other hand, if you have a 116i-engine revved up to 6000 RPM (not producing much torque, just revving high), and dump the clutch with grippy tires, you will get a high torque peak in the clutch and gearbox.
If you try the same with a higher gear, it gets even worse. The ultimate test of the clucth for slip, is to test driving in sixth gear. Clutch in, rev up, and dump the clutch. The creates a huge torque peak. A lot more than the engine can produce by flooring the throttle.