Formula 1 Racing
Formula 1 is the world’s most illustrious and prestigious automobile racing series. A current F1 vehicle is one of the most technologically advanced autos globally, having gone a long way from its inaugural race in 1950.
A hybrid powertrain with a 1.6-liter turbocharged V6 engine and a battery-powered electric motor is standard on all models. These technologies, when combined, allow a contemporary F1 to produce roughly 1,000 horsepower. F1 cars may have comparable chassis, but unlike their IndyCar siblings, each manufacturer designs its aerodynamics within the series’ regulations and standards to achieve the most downforce possible.
Formula E
Formula E is a brand-new open-top racing series. Unlike the majority of other racing series throughout the world, Formula E pits all-electric race vehicles against one other. The open-top racing series has gone a long way since its inception and is unlike anything else on the market. While Formula E and Formula One have a similar basic structure with practice sessions, qualifying, and the race itself, there are a few differences.
Then there are the automobiles. They all have the same bodywork; therefore, they all look alike. Formula E race vehicles use the same battery packs and chassis as well. Each team is in charge of its powertrain components. This is done to keep the race as close as possible. Unlike previous racing series, Formula E takes place in a single day. The shakedown, practice sessions, qualifying, Super Pole shoot-out, and E-Prix (race) takes place on the same day. A few double-headers exist, with some events taking place across two days.
Open-Wheel
Formula racing, or open-wheel racing, is commonly regarded as the pinnacle of four-wheeled motorsport. Only the best drivers in the world can compete at this level, which is significant given the value of the vehicles on the track (Ferrari alone spent over $400 million on their F1 squad in 2019).
Formula 1 (or F1) and its variations and IndyCar, the “American Version” of F1, are the two primary categories. Many of the vehicles in these classes have an open, single-driver cockpit, exposed wheels (thus the term “open-wheel”), and a mid-engine layout in common. However, they are not similar, so read on for more information.