Ferrari 296 GT3 Silverstone Hot Lap Analysis

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Let’s take a look at this hot lap of Silverstone in the Ferrari 296 GT3 driven by HYMO.

The Track

Silverstone Circuit, in Northamptonshire, England, is a track ingrained in the fabric of British racing heritage. With its origins dating back to 1948, the 5.891-kilometre track offers an intricate blend of high-speed stretches and complex corner sequences, including the famed Maggots-Becketts complex and the Hangar Straight. Silverstone's historic layout, which has evolved while preserving its character, challenges the prowess of drivers and machines alike, securing its status as an integral part of the Formula 1 calendar and a respected venue in GT3 racing.

Thankfully, the HYMO setup used in this hot lap video is available for you to try HERE.

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Analysis

The analysis below uses the Track Titan platform to compare a HYMO reference hotlap in blue to one of the Track Titan community drivers through Segment 5. We can see below from the data that the community driver goes a little deep into the Vale Chicane. The extra speed they carry in means initially they get ahead of the reference driver but the line they take causes them to go wide after the apex. This puts them on a tighter line for the following right through Club Corner and onto the start/finish straight. The tighter line means they struggle to get back on the power compared to the reference who can get to full throttle sooner. This is what gives the reference driver a much cleaner and faster exit to eventually beat the community driver by over 0.2s.

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Sim Racing Top Tips

In GT3 and sim racing like Assetto Corsa Competizione, mastering both wet and dry racing lines is crucial for optimal performance:

Dry Line: The optimal path in dry conditions, taking the smoothest route through corners. It involves entering from the outside, hitting the apex, and exiting wide, maximising cornering speed by maximising the turn's radius.

Wet Line: In wet conditions, the usual dry line becomes slippery due to rubber and oil residue. Drivers then adopt the wet line, steering clear of the standard racing line to find more grip on less rubbered-in track sections. This often involves taking a wider arc through corners and requires precise throttle and brake control due to reduced traction. It also means straighter braking and traction zones for increased grip.

Adapting to these lines based on conditions, along with appropriate car setups and driving techniques, is pivotal in navigating tracks successfully and achieving competitive lap times in varying weather scenarios.

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