F1’s Current Engines Sound Way More Varied Than You’d Expect

A lot has been said about the noise level of the current F1 V6 Turbo power unit since it debuted in 2014, but this video shows the engines sound much more different than many would expect
Remote video URL

The video by 19Bozzy92 was taken over the Italian Grand Prix weekend at Monza, the perfect circuit to showcase the diverse and meaty sound of the V6 Turbo F1 engines.

It’s six minutes of glorious engine noise comparisons, with each manufacturer (Mercedes, Ferrari, Renault and Honda) showcasing their own unique sound. The difference in noise is present for a variety of reasons, from engine layout to the fuel used, gear ratios, the exhaust layout, age of components and other smaller details.

What’s even more surprising, though, is that cars using the same engine sound different too. Take the Mercedes W07 and Force India VJM09 as examples. You can tell from the noise produced that the cars both use Mercedes engines, but there’s a noticeable difference.

F1’s Current Engines Sound Way More Varied Than You’d Expect

Like the variance in sound depending on the manufacturers, the unique tune from each car is down to a combination of factors – teams use different oil and fuel types and age of components can have a minor impact too.

The most significant, though, is the layout of the exhaust, which is different for each car – for 2016 teams are allowed one tailpipe for the turbine and up to two for the wastegate. These can be positioned however the teams want and impact the noise produced.

Sponsored Posts

Comments

Aaron 15

Wow 😮

10/17/2016 - 15:58 |
0 | 0
Anonymous

They do sound better in that video than when you watch the nbc broadcast.

10/17/2016 - 18:24 |
0 | 0
GTA Motorsport

My favorite F1 engine sound:

10/17/2016 - 22:20 |
6 | 0
Jack Warren 1

Anybody else think that the Mclaren Honda sounds amazing?

10/18/2016 - 05:47 |
2 | 0

I think they all sound amazing, people are too stuck in the past with the V8’s and V10’s. The Ferrari and Mclaren are my favorite sounding.

10/18/2016 - 06:49 |
2 | 0
Anonymous

Get a life.

10/18/2016 - 08:27 |
0 | 0
Anonymous

Wow..amazing..!
http://www.anzael.com/ Here, automotive professionals to develop the ultimate in data management solutions.Like; Data Mapping, Interchanges, Omission Reports & Resolutions, Quality Assurance, Data Validation, Data Entry, Data Consultation, Discrepancy/Error Report & Assessment Resolution, Catalog Printing.

10/18/2016 - 09:58 |
0 | 0
Anonymous

no…. just no……

10/18/2016 - 10:10 |
0 | 0
Unknown

I wish they had a little more vigor at the top end, I think that would help out a lot

10/18/2016 - 16:33 |
2 | 0
Christian Vogt 1

They sound absolutely stunning when you hear them live while being on the track; they really surprised me positively at my german gp visit^^

10/18/2016 - 22:18 |
0 | 0