Formula 1 Series - Gokul
Formula 1 Power Unit When someone say the word racing , the first word that comes to your mind is Formula 1 . Even though the entire vehicle engineering is important , without power unit , there is no purpose of the entire vehicle. It is like brain of the Car. What makes these power unit best in world? let us have a look into it. Formula 1 power unit is not the fastest power unit. there are cars that can go at better speeds. Infact modern Formula1 cars reach a speed not more than 350Kmph, what then makes this a best power unit in the world? this is because they are smartly engineered. Buggati Veyron which has a massive engine , weighs 490 kgs, and weighs almost 900 kgs with entire transmission setup, when this is compared to entire formula 1 car it weighs more than 150 kgs. Buggati veyron uses a 8 L W16 Engine produces a peak horse power of 1184. while Formula 1 use a 1.6 L turbo charged engine that can produce a peak engine horse power of 600 Hp which is further aided by el...