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Differences between Formula E and Formula 1

While both Formula E and Formula 1 use open-wheel, single-seat racing cars, there are significant distinctions between the two.

Mexicanist

Jan 21, 2023 — 2 min read

Formula E

Formula E and Formula 1 are both forms of open-wheel, single-seater motorsport, but there are several key differences between the two.

Firstly, the cars used in each championship are very different. Formula E cars are powered by electric motors, while Formula 1 cars are powered by internal combustion engines. As a result, Formula E races take place in city centers, on temporary street circuits, while Formula 1 races take place on permanent circuits around the world.

Secondly, Formula E races are shorter than Formula 1 races, with a race lasting around an hour and Formula 1 races typically lasting around two hours.

Thirdly, Formula E has a different format, Formula E uses an "Attack Mode" and "Fanboost" system which gives an extra power boost to the car to make it faster. Formula 1 does not have these features.

Another factor is the dimensions of each car since Formula 1 single-seaters are not allowed to measure more than 2 meters wide and 95 centimeters high, while the electric sector has dimensions of 5 meters long, 1.8 meters wide, and 1.25 meters high.

Formula 1 vehicles are made of carbon fiber. The "E" category cars have an aluminum chassis and their electric motor can reach 280 km/hr in 2.8 seconds F-1 to 380 km/hr and accelerate from 0 to 100 in 2.5 seconds.

Finally, Formula E teams are restricted in terms of the technology they can use and are not allowed to develop their powertrains, while Formula 1 teams have a lot more freedom in terms of development and technology.

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