F1 2025: Fastest Cars & Drivers on the Planet!

By Sankul Nagpal17 Jul 2025

F1 Evolution: From Alfa Romeo Tipo 158 to Williams FW47

From the 340 hp Alfa Romeo GP Tipo in 1950 to the 1000 hp Williams FW47 in 2025, Formula 1 has evolved from raw power to cutting-edge hybrid precision.

Mercedes AMG W11 EQ Performance (2020) & McLaren MP4-4 (1988)

The Mercedes-AMG W11 holds the record for F1’s fastest lap at 164.3 mph, while the MP4/4 dominated 1988 with 15 wins in 16 races.

Ferrari F2004 (2004) & Williams FW26 (2004)

The Ferrari F2004 secured Schumacher’s 7th world title, while the Williams FW26 is remembered for its blistering qualifying pace and radical “Walrus Nose” design.

McLaren MP4-20 (2005) & Red Bull RB7 (2011)

The MP4-20 ruled 2005 with a Bahrain lap record, while the RB7 dominated 2011 with 12 wins and near-total pole control.

Williams FW38 (2016) & Ferrari SF71H (2018)

The FW38 clocked 235 mph — the highest speed recorded under F1 regulations, while the SF71H once held the fastest lap in F1 history.

Red Bull RB18 (2022) & Honda RA106 (2006)

The RB18 dominated 2022 with 18 wins in 22 races, while the RA106 set a record 246.9 mph top speed under non-race conditions.

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