Ferrari F2004 (Formula 1)
The Ferrari F2004 is one of the most dominant Formula 1 cars ever built, a razor-sharp V10-era machine that carried Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello through a historic 2004 campaign. Designed around maximum aerodynamic efficiency, incredible mechanical grip, and a screaming high-revving power unit, it represents the peak of early-2000s F1 performance.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.0L naturally aspirated 90° V10, mid-mounted longitudinally
Total Output: ~865 hp (646 kW)
Redline: ~19,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed semi-automatic sequential
Weight: 605 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~4,560 mm long × 1,800 mm wide × 950 mm tall | Wheelbase ~3,050 mm
Tires: Bridgestone slicks on lightweight OZ Racing wheels
Brakes: Carbon-carbon discs with high-performance racing calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The F2004 is an extremely fast, highly responsive Formula 1 car that rewards commitment and precision. It has massive aerodynamic grip, lightning-quick steering response, and phenomenal braking performance, but it also demands clean inputs and absolute confidence. In the sim, it feels alive at speed — incredibly planted through fast corners, yet delicate enough that overdriving it can quickly lead to instability.
Engine & Sound: The 3.0L V10 is the star of the show, delivering one of the most iconic engine notes in motorsport history. It screams to nearly 19,000 rpm with a metallic, rising wail that sounds brutally exotic in the cockpit and on replay. Power delivery is immediate and linear, with relentless pull all the way to the limiter.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Exceptional front-end bite and high-speed stability, with outstanding aerodynamic grip.
Traction: Strong for an F1 car of its era, but wheelspin is still easy to provoke if you apply throttle too aggressively.
Braking: Massive stopping power and very short braking distances, though it rewards precise pedal modulation.
Top Speed: Extremely competitive on long straights, with excellent acceleration thanks to low mass and high power.
Driving Style Tip: Keep the car flowing. The F2004 thrives when you minimize scrubbing and use smooth steering, braking, and throttle application. It loves fast circuits like Monza, Suzuka, and Silverstone, where its aero efficiency and V10 power can really stretch their legs.
Livery & Aesthetics: The F2004 is pure classic Ferrari F1 beauty — low, narrow, and purposeful, with the iconic red Marlboro-era livery and elegant early-2000s proportions. It looks every bit as legendary in sim as it was on track, with a cockpit that feels intimate and highly focused.
For drivers who want a true old-school Formula 1 challenge with relentless pace and unforgettable sound, the Ferrari F2004 remains one of the most special cars ever to hit the simulator.