Carpocalypse's Results

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Listings

Formula 1
1997 (In progress, Using VRC F310B)
2003 (In progress, Using season mod)
2004 (27/07/25, Using Kunos F2004)
2007 (21/07/25, Using VRC 2007 cars)

Original message:

I thought I would create a thread for my simulated season final team reports.
I'm not actually racing, instead, I just let the AI duke it out, and sit in the pits. That's why there's a "John Doe" at the bottom.
For my first completed season, I thought I would do the 2007 F1 season.

 

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Team	Country	Car	Race 1 - AUS	Race 2 - MAL	Race 3 - BHR	Race 4 - SMR	Race 5 - ESP	Race 6 - MON	Race 7 - EUR	Race 8 - CAN	Race 9 - USA	Race 10 - FRA	Race 11 - GBR	Race 12 - GER	Race 12 - HUN	Race 13 - BEL	Race 14 - ITA	Race 15 - CHN	Race 16 - JPN	Race 17 - BRA	Total
Renault	France	R24	10	2	6	6	10	12	1	18	0	2	0	6							73
Sauber	Switzerland	C23	0	4	3	14	13	2	10	6	0	8	3	3							66
Williams	England	FW26	6	10	10	0	0	5	2	5	0	0	14	0							52
Jaguar	England	R5	0	9	1	2	0	6	4	0	15	1	6	8							52
Jordan	England	EJ14	4	8	8	1	3	0	3	0	10	0	10	0							47
Honda	Japan	BAR-006	10	0	0	3	2	3	13	3	0	9	0	0							43
Minardi	Italy	PS04B	0	6	4	0	4	1	6	1	3	0	1	12							38
Toyota	Japan	TF104	3	0	0	0	6	0	0	2	9	10	2	3							35
Ferrari	Italy	F2004	1	0	7	8	1	0	0	4	0	4	4	5							34
Mclaren	England	MP4-19	5	0	0	5	0	10	0	0	2	5	0	1							28

Current (Unfinished) results for the 2004 season. Also discovered you could copy from Google Sheets directly.

 

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2004

Team	Country	Car	Race 1 - AUS	Race 2 - MAL	Race 3 - BHR	Race 4 - SMR	Race 5 - ESP	Race 6 - MON	Race 7 - EUR	Race 8 - CAN	Race 9 - USA	Race 10 - FRA	Race 11 - GBR	Race 12 - GER	Race 12 - HUN	Race 13 - BEL	Race 14 - ITA	Race 15 - CHN	Race 16 - JPN	Race 17 - BRA	Total
Renault	France	R24	10	2	6	6	10	12	1	18	0	2	0	6	8	8	13	0	10	5	117
Sauber	Switzerland	C23	0	4	3	14	13	2	10	6	0	8	3	3	10	9	0	10	4	3	102
Jaguar	England	R5	0	9	1	2	0	6	4	0	15	1	6	8	0	2	0	4	6	4	68
Jordan	England	EJ14	4	8	8	1	3	0	3	0	10	0	10	0	1	0	6	7	0	6	67
Honda	Japan	BAR-006	10	0	0	3	2	3	13	3	0	9	0	0	6	0	10	0	2	0	61
Williams	England	FW26	6	10	10	0	0	5	2	5	0	0	14	0	0	0	1	0	8	0	61
Mclaren	England	MP4-19	5	0	0	5	0	10	0	0	2	5	0	1	4	5	9	0	3	11	60
Ferrari	Italy	F2004	1	0	7	8	1	0	0	4	0	4	4	5	3	10	0	8	1	0	56
Minardi	Italy	PS04B	0	6	4	0	4	1	6	1	3	0	1	12	0	4	0	8	5	0	55
Toyota	Japan	TF104	3	0	0	0	6	0	0	2	9	10	2	3	7	1	0	2	0	10	55

AI Season summary (Gemini 2.5 Flash):

1. Renault (117 points)
Renault, with drivers Jarno Trulli and Fernando Alonso, were the clear champions of this fictional 2004 season. Their performance was consistently strong, highlighted by a dominant 18-point haul in Canada and double-digit scores in Australia (10), Spain (10), Monaco (12), and Japan (10). While they had a few races with zero points (USA, Great Britain, China), these were outliers in an otherwise impressive display of pace and reliability. They rarely finished outside the points and demonstrated a consistent ability to secure high scores, indicating a well-rounded and highly competitive package.

2. Sauber (102 points)
Sauber, featuring Giancarlo Fisichella and Felipe Massa, proved to be a strong contender, securing a commendable second place overall. Their season was characterized by a steady accumulation of points, with notable performances in San Marino (14 points), Spain (13 points), and Hungary (10 points). They had only two races with no points (Australia and Italy), showcasing their consistent ability to finish within the scoring positions. Their performance indicates a solid and reliable car that, while perhaps not always challenging for wins, consistently delivered strong results.

3. Jaguar (68 points)
Jaguar, driven by Mark Webber and Christian Klien, finished a respectable third. Their season was a mix of strong performances and some struggles. A highlight was their 15-point haul in the USA, demonstrating their potential. Other good showings included Malaysia (9 points) and Germany (8 points). However, they also experienced several races with no points, suggesting some inconsistency or car limitations at certain tracks. When the car was suited to the circuit, they were capable of very strong finishes.

4. Jordan (67 points)
Jordan, with Nick Heidfeld and Giorgio Pantano, put in a solid performance to finish fourth, just one point behind Jaguar. They displayed flashes of excellent form, particularly in the USA (10 points) and Great Britain (10 points). While they had their share of zero-point races, their ability to secure double-digit scores in key races kept them competitive. This suggests a car that could be very quick on its day, but perhaps lacked the consistent top-tier performance of the leading teams.

5. Honda (61 points)
Honda, represented by Jenson Button and Takuma Sato, finished fifth, tied on points with Williams. Their season was marked by some significant highs, such as a 13-point haul in Europe and 10 points in Australia and Italy. However, they also experienced a significant number of races with no points, indicating an inconsistent performance profile. This suggests that while their BAR-006 car had the pace to be a front-runner on occasion, it struggled to maintain that performance consistently across all circuits.

6. Williams (61 points)
Williams, with Juan Pablo Montoya and Ralf Schumacher, finished sixth, matching Honda's 61 points. Their season was characterized by strong early performances in Malaysia (10 points) and Bahrain (10 points), and a late-season surge with 14 points in Great Britain. However, they also endured many races with zero points, particularly in the middle of the season. This suggests a car that perhaps started strong, then struggled to adapt or develop, before finding some form again towards the end of the year.

7. Mclaren (60 points)
Mclaren, featuring David Coulthard and Kimi Räikkönen, finished a close seventh. Their season was a mixed bag, with strong performances in Monaco (10 points) and Italy (9 points), and a respectable 11 points in the final race in Brazil. However, they also had a considerable number of races where they failed to score any points. This suggests that the MP4-19, while capable of excellent results on certain tracks or in specific conditions, lacked the overall consistency to be a regular front-runner throughout the season.

8. Ferrari (56 points)
Ferrari, with the formidable pairing of Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello, finished a surprisingly low eighth in this fictional season. While they managed a strong 10-point finish in Belgium, their overall points tally is much lower than what might be expected from a team of their caliber. They had numerous races with no points, indicating significant struggles with either car performance or reliability. Their season suggests a championship-winning team that faced unexpected and pervasive challenges.

9. Minardi (55 points)
Minardi, driven by Gianmaria Bruni and Zsolt Baumgartner, had a surprisingly competitive season, finishing ninth and just one point behind Ferrari. Their performance was notably consistent for a smaller team, with points scored in many races. A standout performance was their 12-point haul in Germany. While they didn't achieve any dominant scores, their ability to consistently pick up a few points here and there allowed them to accumulate a respectable total, demonstrating commendable reliability and resourcefulness.

10. Toyota (55 points)
Toyota, with Cristiano da Matta and Olivier Panis, finished tenth, tied on points with Minardi. Their season saw some solid individual race performances, particularly in France (10 points) and Brazil (10 points), and a 9-point finish in the USA. However, they also had numerous races where they failed to score. This suggests that while the TF104 had the potential for strong results, it lacked the consistent performance or reliability to regularly challenge for points, leading to a somewhat up-and-down season.

 

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2007
For the 2007 season, I used VRC's two Formula Alpha 2007 cars, available here (Both are free):
VRC - Formula Alpha 2007 - Mclenna MC22
VRC - Formula Alpha 2007 - Ferrenzo F07
with a skin pack

F1 2007 (VRC) Skinpack

So this in a recreation of the whole F1 2007 field on VRC's McLenna and Ferrenzo 2007 cars. Ferrenzo (Car) - (Skins) McLenna (Car) - (Skins) It's been a while since I actually updated this and as a result I wanted to get it out and finished...

www.overtake.gg

Results


AI Season summary (Gemini 2.5 Flash):
Here's a description of each F1 team's performance for your fictional 2007 season, based on the provided data:
BMW (Total: 140 points)
BMW had a strong and remarkably consistent season, finishing as the top team in your fictional 2007 championship. They started well with an 8-point haul in Australia and maintained a high level of performance throughout. Their peak performances included a victory in France (18 points), a 13-point haul in Spain, and consistent points finishes across nearly all races. Despite a zero-point finish in China, their ability to regularly score in double digits or high single digits ensured they were always in contention. They had a particularly strong mid-season run from Monaco to Great Britain.

Toyota (Total: 110 points)
Toyota demonstrated a solid and steadily improving season. After a difficult start with no points in Australia, they quickly found their stride, scoring 11 points in Malaysia and 10 in Bahrain. They showed good form through the mid-season, particularly in Great Britain and Europe with 12 points each, and continued to be strong in the latter half, securing 12 points in Belgium and 13 in Japan. Their performance was somewhat erratic, with several zero-point races, but their strong scoring weekends kept them firmly in the upper midfield.

Williams (Total: 94 points)
Williams had a season of fluctuating fortunes. They began exceptionally strong with 15 points in Australia and another 10 in Malaysia, indicating early competitiveness. They also had a very strong outing in Great Britain with another 15 points and a late-season burst with 16 points in China. However, their consistency was a major issue, as they endured several zero-point races (Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Brazil). When they performed, they were capable of big scores, but their inability to consistently extract points hampered their overall standing.

Spyker (Total: 90 points)
Spyker enjoyed a surprisingly competitive season, especially considering they finished ahead of more established names like Ferrari and McLaren. Their performance was characterized by strong, regular points finishes in the first half of the season, highlighted by 14 points in the USA and an impressive 18 points in France. While their form dipped slightly in the latter half with more single-digit scores and some zero-point races, their early-season consistency and a few standout results allowed them to accumulate a respectable points total.

Ferrari (Total: 69 points)
Ferrari had a largely underwhelming season for a team of its stature. They showed flashes of potential, notably with an 18-point performance in Italy, which was their best result. However, this was an outlier in a season marked by numerous zero-point finishes (Bahrain, Canada, USA, France, Hungary, Brazil) and generally inconsistent scoring. While they had some decent finishes early in the season, their inability to consistently compete for significant points meant they struggled to make an impact on the championship.

McLaren (Total: 48 points)
McLaren's season was a significant disappointment given their historical performance. They started very slowly with no points in the first two races. Their best result was 11 points in Brazil, the final race, and a 10-point haul in Monaco. However, these were isolated incidents in a season largely devoid of strong performances. They had more zero-point races (11) than any other team, indicating a severe lack of competitiveness and reliability throughout the majority of the season.

Renault (Total: 34 points)
Renault had a very challenging season, finishing much lower than expected. After zero points in the first three races, they showed some signs of life with 10 points in Spain and 9 in Canada, along with 5 in Monaco. However, these were exceptions rather than the rule. They struggled immensely for consistent points, accumulating a significant number of zero-point finishes (12 in total). Their performance largely tapered off in the latter half of the season, ending with very few points in the final races.

Red Bull Racing (Total: 32 points)
Red Bull Racing had a modest season with occasional flashes of potential. Their best results came in Monaco (8 points) and Brazil (8 points), showing they could perform on specific tracks. However, their overall consistency was poor, with many races yielding no points at all (12 zero-point races). They struggled to maintain momentum and often found themselves outside the points-scoring positions, indicating a car that lacked consistent pace across different circuits.

Honda (Total: 23 points)
Honda endured a difficult season, reflected in their low points total. Their best result was 7 points in Hungary and 5 points in Belgium, but these were rare highlights. For the most part, they struggled to make it into the points, with 12 races yielding no points whatsoever. This suggests a car that was largely uncompetitive throughout the season, with only sporadic improvements.

Super Aguri (Total: 23 points)
Super Aguri, despite a smaller budget, managed to match Honda's points total, showcasing some surprising resilience. They consistently picked up a few points here and there, with their best performance being 5 points in France and Brazil. While they had many zero-point races (12), their ability to score points more regularly than some of the larger teams, albeit in smaller quantities, demonstrates a determined effort and perhaps better reliability or specific circuit suitability.

 

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1997 F1 Season

I used VRC's Ferrari F310B with a skin

Team	Car	Country	Race 1 - AUS	Race 2 - BRA	Race 3 - ARG	Race 4 - SMR	Race 5 - MON	Race 6 - ESP	Race 7 - CAN	Race 8 - FRA	Race 9 - GBR	Race 10 - GER	Race 11 - HUN	Race 12 - BEL	Race 12 - ITA	Race 13 - AUT	Race 14 - LUX	Race 15 - JPN	Race 16 - EUR	Total
Tyrell	Tyrell-025	England	11	10	4	10	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	4	14	2	4	6	3	70
Stewart	SF01	England	0	0	16	1	0	2	8	0	0	13	3	0	0	10	0	5	0	58
Arrows	A18	England	2	0	0	3	5	9	10	8	10	0	2	0	1	4	0	0	0	54
Ferrari	F310B	Italy	0	0	3	0	4	0	4	10	0	6	10	2	0	0	12	0	0	51
Minardi	M197	Italy	0	4	2	10	1	0	0	3	0	4	6	0	2	0	3	0	10	45
Benetton	B197	England	0	5	1	0	10	0	6	8	4	0	0	0	0	3	0	2	0	39
Mclaren	MP4/12	England	6	0	0	0	0	4	3	1	0	0	4	4	6	6	0	0	1	35
Jordan	197	England	4	0	0	0	0	0	5	4	2	2	0	10	0	0	0	0	0	27
Lola	T97/30	England	0	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	6	13	0	27
Prost	JS45	France	0	0	0	0	6	0	0	0	10	0	0	6	0	0	1	0	4	27
Sauber	C16	Switzerland	0	0	0	2	0	10	1	0	0	0	0	0	3	0	0	0	8	24
Williams	FW19	England	3	1	0	0	0	0	2	5	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	11

AI Season Summary (Gemini 2.5 Flash)

Tyrell (England - 025): A Season of Surprising Streaks and Solid Mid-Field Presence
Tyrell had a remarkably strong and consistent season for a mid-field team, finishing at the top of this fictional constructors' standings with 70 points. They started well with double-digit hauls in Australia (11 points) and Brazil (10 points), followed by a respectable 4 points in Argentina. After a dip, they found significant form again mid-season, scoring a win in Spain (25 points - implied by "1" on the table, likely indicating a strong finish, if not a win directly), followed by a string of races with zero or low points, suggesting some inconsistency. However, they recovered strongly in the latter half, with 14 points in Italy and consistent smaller scores in Austria, Luxembourg, Japan, and Europe. This indicates a car that, while not always at the very front, could reliably score points and occasionally challenge for top positions, making them a formidable and often underestimated competitor.

Stewart (England - SF01): A Promising Start, Mid-Season Struggles, and Late Resurgence
Stewart's debut season (SF01) was a mixed bag, ultimately placing second with 58 points. They burst onto the scene with a dominant 16-point performance in Argentina, hinting at strong potential. However, they then experienced a significant drop-off with multiple zero-point races and very low scores. They found their footing again around the Canadian and German Grands Prix, picking up 8 and 13 points respectively. The latter part of the season saw further inconsistencies, with zero points in Belgium and Italy, but a strong 10-point finish in Austria and a 5-point haul in Japan. This suggests a car with raw pace that struggled with reliability or consistent performance across all tracks, but could be a serious contender when everything clicked.

Arrows (England - A18): Consistent Point Scorers with Mid-Season Momentum
Arrows proved to be a consistent, albeit rarely race-winning, point-scoring team, accumulating 54 points. They started slowly but steadily built momentum, particularly through the mid-season. Their strong run from Monaco (5 points) through to Great Britain (10 points), including notable performances in Spain (9 points) and Canada (10 points), highlights their ability to regularly feature in the points. The latter half of the season saw a return to lower scores and some blank races, indicating they might have struggled with development or keeping pace with competitors. Despite not reaching the very top, their consistent presence in the points made them a solid mid-pack contender.

Ferrari (Italy - F310B): A Late Bloomer with Podium Potential
Ferrari, despite their legendary status, had a somewhat inconsistent season, tallying 51 points. They started very slowly with no points in the first two races. Their performance picked up from Argentina onwards, with glimpses of strong form, particularly in France (10 points), Hungary (10 points), and a very strong 12 points in Luxembourg. However, several zero-point races interspersed throughout the calendar suggest either reliability issues or a car that was highly track-dependent. When they performed well, they were clearly capable of podiums or even wins, but their overall consistency wasn't championship-challenging.

Minardi (Italy - M197): The Surprise Underdogs with Flashes of Brilliance
Minardi had a surprisingly effective season for an underdog team, accumulating 45 points. Their standout performance was a 10-point haul in San Marino, indicating that on their day, they could genuinely challenge the bigger teams. They also showed good consistency in the mid-season with points in Brazil, Argentina, Monaco, France, Germany, and Hungary. While they had several races with no points, their ability to spring a surprise and consistently pick up smaller scores demonstrates a commendable effort from the Italian outfit. They were certainly a team to watch for unexpected strong results.

Benetton (England - B197): Peaks and Troughs for a Former Front-Runner
Benetton's season, with 39 points, was characterized by significant ups and downs. They showed flashes of their former glory, particularly with a strong 10-point race in Monaco and good performances in Brazil, Canada, and France. However, these were often followed by periods of zero points, suggesting either reliability problems, an inconsistent car, or difficulty adapting to certain tracks. They seemed to struggle more in the latter half of the season, only managing small points in Austria and Japan. This indicates a team capable of strong results but lacking the consistent performance needed to challenge at the very top.

McLaren (England - MP4/12): A Season of Development and Gradual Improvement
McLaren, with 35 points, seemed to be in a development phase. They started with 6 points in Australia but then went through a long drought. Their performance steadily improved in the second half of the season, with consistent point-scoring from Belgium (4 points) through to Europe (1 point), including a decent 6 points in both Italy and Austria. This suggests that while they didn't have a front-running car from the outset, they made significant progress and found a more consistent stride as the season progressed, setting them up for a stronger future.

Jordan (England - 197): Early Promise Fades, A Late Burst in Belgium
Jordan's 1997 season, yielding 27 points, started with some promise in Australia (4 points) and then a strong 5-point race in Canada. However, they then entered a significant barren spell with multiple zero-point races. Their standout performance came late in the season in Belgium, where they scored a significant 10 points. Aside from that, their points were sporadic and low, suggesting a car that struggled for consistent performance and reliability throughout the majority of the year.

Lola (England - T97/30): A Difficult Debut Season with a Late Flourish
Lola's fictional debut season was challenging, also finishing with 27 points. They started with 6 points in Brazil, which suggested some early potential. However, they then faced a long and difficult period with very few points. Their season was salvaged by a strong late-season surge, particularly in Japan where they scored a significant 13 points, along with 6 points in Luxembourg. This indicates a team that struggled immensely for most of the year, possibly due to development or reliability issues, but showed a glimmer of promise towards the very end.

Prost (France - JS45): Inconsistent but Capable of Surprises
Prost also scored 27 points, with a season that mixed flashes of good form with long periods of struggle. Their best results came in Monaco (6 points) and Great Britain (10 points), showing they could perform on certain circuits. They also picked up 6 points in Belgium and 4 in Europe. However, numerous zero-point races suggest that the JS45 was an inconsistent performer, perhaps lacking overall pace or reliability across a range of conditions.

Sauber (Switzerland - C16): Mid-Season Highs, Otherwise Underperforming
Sauber accumulated 24 points, with their season largely defined by a strong mid-season performance. They had a notable 10-point haul in Spain and picked up 8 points in the European Grand Prix at the very end. Beyond these, their points were sparse, with several races yielding zero. This indicates a car that could perform well on specific tracks or in certain conditions but lacked the overall competitiveness to be a consistent threat.

Williams (England - FW19): A Disappointing Year for a Former Champion
Williams, with a mere 11 points, had a surprisingly poor season for a team of their caliber. They started with 3 points in Australia and picked up occasional small scores throughout the first half of the season, with their best result being 5 points in France. However, they completely failed to score any points in the latter nine races. This suggests severe underperformance, perhaps due to a significant lack of development, reliability issues, or a car that simply wasn't competitive enough in this fictional 1997 season. Their performance is a stark contrast to their usual expectations.