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ASR Formula 1991 - Dallara 191

F1 (1991)ASR OWC 1991
710 hp
Horsepower
505 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
1991
Year

Dallara 191 (F1 1991)

The Dallara 191 is an early-1990s Formula 1 challenger from the independent Italian constructor Dallara, representing the era when privateer chassis makers still had a real shot at the grid. In ASR's Formula 1991 package, it captures the raw, high-revving, naturally aspirated character of the season with the slim proportions, low drag, and razor-thin margins that defined the sport.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 3.5L naturally aspirated V12 / V10-era Formula 1 engine package, mid-mounted, longitudinal (season-appropriate privateer spec)

  • Total Output: ~700–720 hp

  • Redline: ~13,500–14,500 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed manual/semi-automatic sequential

  • Weight: ~505 kg minimum

  • Dimensions: ~4,500 mm long × 2,000 mm wide × ~950 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,900 mm

  • Tires: Goodyear slicks on period F1 wheels

  • Brakes: Carbon discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Dallara 191 is a light, mechanically honest 1991 Formula 1 car that rewards commitment, clean lines, and patience on throttle. Compared with later F1 machines, it feels simpler and more analog, but also less forgiving — the aerodynamics are effective without being overwhelming, so mechanical grip, weight transfer, and tire management matter immensely. It delivers that classic early-90s experience where you can feel every bump, every slip angle, and every gram of load through the chassis.

Engine & Sound: The 191's naturally aspirated F1 engine note is the real attraction here: hard-edged, metallic, and screaming at very high rpm with a wonderfully raw intake and exhaust howl. There's less electronic polish than modern machinery, so the powerband feels immediate and eager, with the engine singing loudly all the way to redline. The sound is pure old-school grand prix theater.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Quick direction changes with a lively front end, but the car can snap if you overcommit on entry or get greedy with trail braking.

  • Traction: Modest by modern standards; wheelspin is easy to provoke, especially on corner exits and low-speed bends.

  • Braking: Strong for the era, but modulation is critical — too much pressure and the car will become unstable.

  • Top Speed: Competitive on straights, though final pace depends heavily on gear ratios and circuit setup.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a precision instrument. Keep the steering inputs smooth, avoid abrupt throttle application, and let the chassis settle before asking for power. It shines on technical historic tracks and flowing circuits where momentum matters more than raw grip.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Dallara 191 looks quintessentially early-90s Formula 1 — compact, elegant, and aggressively low-slung with exposed suspension, slim sidepods, and clean sponsorship-era paintwork. It has a purposeful, no-nonsense silhouette that makes it instantly recognizable to fans of classic F1.

Whether you're running hot laps, vintage leagues, or simply reliving the golden age of V12-era grand prix racing, the Dallara 191 delivers an authentic and demanding slice of 1991 Formula 1.