: I have a query about claimed F1GP record times. Do indivdual computers
: time laps either slightly quicker or slightly slower?
No, all computers yield similar laptimes. However, driving with
a higher frame rate makes it easier to react correctly, but
that very much depends on the preferences of the driver..
: Is there any
: difference in the accuracy of the timing between a PC and an Amiga?
Yes, certain tracks are much faster on the Amiga ( over 1 second i.e ).
This may be because of different time measurement mechanisms or,
more probably, because the car grips stronger on the Amiga.
Recent developments showed that this extra-high grip also
applies to some older versions of the PC-F1GP. Only v1.04 and
v1.05 are supposed to use the "normal" grip settings.
: Are
: the timings that are made totally legitamate - ie no skipping corners
: (for example as is possible in Hockenheim)? Is there reason do believe
: the software has not been tampered with to increase the power of the car
: as this doesn't seem to hard, which would lead to fast times.
If you read through the rules, you will find that all these methods
of attaining a faster time are forbidden. Several drivers have
submitted their telemtry data from Gpperf, an utility for F1GP,
and can be downloaded to compare with your own data. This should
show you any big differences in speed and time.
( Rating : Very Helpful indeed :) )
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