Testing today

racingdad · 2 Feb 2007, 18:39 (Ref:1832088)

Hamilton quicker than Raikkonen - and looking at the times and the number of laps, this is probably a sign of genuine pace

**touringlegend** · 2 Feb 2007, 19:51 (Ref:1832123)

Let's hope it is!

TheKing · 2 Feb 2007, 20:04 (Ref:1832129)

After reading the comments made by de la Rosa over the past few days this has made me so happy. The mark of true talent.

safc_fan89 · 3 Feb 2007, 08:54 (Ref:1832406)

Too early to say really, but Hamilton seems to be on the pace. Best wait until Melbourne though

SALEEN S7R · 3 Feb 2007, 11:29 (Ref:1832483)

Too early to really read too much into the times at the moment I would think but from what I've read Hamilton does appear to be showing some very good pace. Yes its only testing and the teams are working to their own indavidual programmes but you can always get a good indication of how well a team/driver is performing by looking at their pre season test form I think.

Rennen · 5 Feb 2007, 21:16 (Ref:1834211)

Erm...1.11.119. Take off 2 seconds for the 06 spec Bridgestones, allow say 2-3ths for the new kerb...lap record there last winter was left at 1.08.543. I make that about 15-20 kilos in his tank...if so, he's off the pace by 2-3.7ths! Doubt Ferrari are bothering doing low fuel runs just yet.

Flat Foot · 5 Feb 2007, 21:58 (Ref:1834256)

I believe no accurate judgment can be said yet! Testing times might show how strong the team can be but it cannot be compared with others. LH is doing a good job so far despite his crash which always has been part of the game; we better wait for the first race and see.

Obi Offiah · 6 Feb 2007, 02:38 (Ref:1834406)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rennen

Erm...1.11.119. Take off 2 seconds for the 06 spec Bridgestones, allow say 2-3ths for the new kerb...lap record there last winter was left at 1.08.543. I make that about 15-20 kilos in his tank...if so, he's off the pace by 2-3.7ths! Doubt Ferrari are bothering doing low fuel runs just yet.

As has been mentioned this is just testing so we can't read too much into it, nor do I think it is possible glean any meaningful information regarding performance relative to 2006. In this case I believe the margin for error is too big. What if the new Bridgestones reduce laptimes by 2.4-2.5 seconds and the new kerbing 4-5ths, not to mention differences in track conditions e.g temperature?

Obi

newoutsider · 8 Feb 2007, 07:23 (Ref:1836008)

I hate to harp on, but...

once again Lewis is at the sharp end. I know its only testing and I know that there are any number of strategies being deployed, but we all know that teams will be seeking a psychological advantage in the test environment so will have a go with low fuel quali set ups.

**Stephen Green** · 8 Feb 2007, 09:15 (Ref:1836078)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Obi Offiah

What if the new Bridgestones reduce laptimes by 2.4-2.5 seconds? Obi

Obi, I would have thought it highly unlikely the new Bridgestone would reduce lap times. They are more likely to increase lap times as the tyre war is now over.

DSM · 8 Feb 2007, 11:30 (Ref:1836198)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephen Green

Obi, I would have thought it highly unlikely the new Bridgestone would reduce lap times. They are more likely to increase lap times as the tyre war is now over.

Stephen, I think Obi was making the point that we just don't know, which is about all we do know!

What is 2-3.7ths anyway? Or 4-5ths?

Obi Offiah · 9 Feb 2007, 05:42 (Ref:1836956)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephen Green

Obi, I would have thought it highly unlikely the new Bridgestone would reduce lap times. They are more likely to increase lap times as the tyre war is now over.

Doh! Sorry I mean't to say increase laptimes.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSM

Stephen, I think Obi was making the point that we just don't know, which is about all we do know!

What is 2-3.7ths anyway? Or 4-5ths?

Exactly.

Marbot · 9 Feb 2007, 11:07 (Ref:1837207)

Massa says that BMW are the team to beat at the moment!

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/56656

Dudley · 9 Feb 2007, 16:50 (Ref:1837474)

And which team did Massa used to drive for?

Knowlesy · 9 Feb 2007, 18:43 (Ref:1837539)

And what is your point exactly?

He could be right, BMW are strongly tipped to be a dark horse, so this is hardly a wild statement.

Dudley · 9 Feb 2007, 19:36 (Ref:1837582)

Rule 1 with any statement.

"Consider the source"

Knowlesy · 9 Feb 2007, 19:38 (Ref:1837583)

Absolutely. But...

Fankton81 · 14 Feb 2007, 02:55 (Ref:1840890)

Some Wallpapers from Barcelona-Testing can be found here

Red Bulldog · 14 Feb 2007, 16:31 (Ref:1841415)

Coulthard tops the times at Barcelona
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/56751

Marbot · 14 Feb 2007, 16:32 (Ref:1841416)

DC tops time sheets,shock,horror!

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/56751

Marbot · 14 Feb 2007, 16:35 (Ref:1841418)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Bulldog

Coulthard tops the times at Barcelona
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/56751

How wierd is that!

chillibowl · 14 Feb 2007, 16:38 (Ref:1841419)

DC for WDC

i know you cant read too much into testing, but the way things seem to be shaping up, 2007 is going to be an amazing year.

Marbot · 14 Feb 2007, 16:41 (Ref:1841422)

He's also completed a decent number of laps,so reliability is looking up as well.

Technically,the STR's should perform similarly,although not today.They'll be some fireworks if they do!

Marbot · 14 Feb 2007, 16:47 (Ref:1841426)

Maybe he should make that six....or seven even.

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/56742

Red Bulldog · 14 Feb 2007, 16:51 (Ref:1841431)

He maybe did a low fuel lap for the boss (Mateschitz is there today) but impressive non the less - 1 sec faster than Webber!

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