ERS - Explained
In the previous post , we had looked in to the aspect why Formula 1 produce better result , but still it is not fastest car? Why. Formula 1 engines are made in such a way that they are quickest. Still not clear? , a Veyron can rev up to 6400 RPM, and takes up to 14.4s to reach a speed of 300kmph, while F1 cars at the other hand can rev up to 15000 RPM, and can reach 300Kmph in 8.4s .So Formula 1 engines can maintain a high average speed. While Veyron can’t even stand against it. But did you imagine how 15000 rpm looks like? How it is achieved? Formula 1 power unit is said to be the most efficient power unit in the world. You read it right. Formula 1 engines has a efficiency of about 50%, which was previously just 17%. What made it possible ? When you classify energy on the basis of conversion efficiency , Electrical energy are heroes. F1 was keen on increasing the efficiency as well as not damaging the tradition. So F1 turned hybrid. Where ICE is assisted with a electr...