The problem however is that many people who witness powerboats in person often claim they really are not moving so quickly and that race cars move much quicker both in terms of top speed and acceleration. To do this, the engine uses extra force while turning so it can maintain speed.

Viewers also need to keep in mind that water is different from concrete or dirt. Observing this on video can show all the force being used. The reality is that at high speeds these waves and splashes of water occur because the boat, while it is on top of the water, must still at the same time break through the water. If one watches on video however, they can see that powerboats use a great amount more force than a race car ever would.

Powerboat racing is becoming more and more popular as a spectator sport as people are drawn in to the rush of speed.

When watching a powerboat race live and in person for the first time, people notice the large waves which follow behind a large turn and think that this is just some sort of special effect to make the boats look cooler than they already are.