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      03-28-2019, 03:11 PM   #15
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Originally Posted by 3798j View Post
Not really.
To keep speed down on the superspeedways, IndyCar limits maximum turbo boost on ovals (including the Indianapolis track).
Maximum Boost Pressure (above atmosphere): 1300 mbar (Superspeedways); 1400 mbar (Indianapolis 500 qualifying); 1500 mbar (short ovals, Road/Street Courses); 1650 mbar (Push-To-Pass)
Power: Estimated 550-700 horsepower, depending on turbo boost pressure used. Additionally things are changing for the 2021 season. The 2.2l engines get bumped to 2.4l increasing max horsepower to 900.
I think besides power, it's the underlying design will probably limit the overall speed. For example, IndyCar is a bit heavier vs. F1. Also even with more power, F1 will have faster cornering speed as well. Sure with extra power it will help, but overall, IndyCar will be slower because the design has to compromise for both road courses and ovals.
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