The video discusses the differences between traditional internal combustion engine cars and electric vehicles, focusing on performance, torque, weight, maintenance, and running costs. It explains how electric motors work, the advantages of AC motors over DC motors, the role of batteries and inverters in EVs, as well as the importance of torque curves and transmission gears. The video also touches on the running costs of electric vehicles and the future of EVs. Overall, it aims to provide a comprehensive comparison between EVs and ICE vehicles.