PA finite element model of a three-layered short-limb shear wall space structure has been established by using ANSYS software. By modifying the controlling parameter and stress condition, a research has been conducted on the influence of axial compression ratio, load eccentricity and stirrup reinforcement ratio in node areas on the torsional bearing capacity of short-limb shear walls, followed by a comparison between the experimental results and those of a structural model test. The conclusion shows that: the torsional bearing capacity of short-limb shear walls increases with the increase of axial compression ratio with its value at or under 0.5, while the torsional bearing capacity of short-limb shear walls decreases with the increase of axial compression ratio with its value above 0.5. The torsional effect has been strengthened and the structural bearing capacity has been reduced with the increase of the load eccentricity. The increase of the torque increases the tensile failure of the end of external structure of coupling beams under ending shear torsion, which makes the external structure a vulnerable place for seismic resistance that requires reinforcement. An appropriate increase in stirrup reinforcement ratio will effectively improve the torsional bearing capacity of structures.