Comparison

 

2012 DeltaWing Concept
IZOD IndyCar Series Car
Current IZOD IndyCar
Series Car
Weight with driver, full tank of ethanol: 11 gallons, 1,100 lbs. 22 gallons, 1,900 lbs.
Horsepower: 300 BHP 630 BHP
Wheel base: 125 inches 122 inches
Front axle overall width: 26 inches 78 inches
Rear axle overall width: 80 inches 78 inches
Terminal velocity: 230 mph with 300 BHP, Cd 0.24 230 mph with 630 BHP
Engine type: Free within only cost
and supply constraints
Honda Motor Co., Inc – Normally aspirated 3.5 liter V8 Spec engine
Engine performance regulation: Fuel flow rate control only 10,300 rpm limit, spec set by engine supplier
Tire manufacturer: Firestone Racing Firestone Racing
Tire sizes: 4.0/23.0R15 (front); 12.0/24.5R15 (rear) TBD
Fuel: 100% fuel-grade ethanol 100% fuel-grade ethanol
Miles per gallon: 7 3