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FE2 vs FF vs FM vs SMX pace at every track

Lap times across years say as much about the weather as the class. % of FE2 is each class's best lap as a share of FE2's on the same day, so the conditions drop out: 100% is level, less is quicker, and a move in it is the class getting faster or slower against the field.

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Reference · what % is measured against

Tracks · untick to narrow Auto Club Speedway Barber Motorsports Park Blackhawk Farms Raceway Buttonwillow Raceway Park Circuit of St. Louis (formerly Gateway Motorsports Circuit of the Americas Daytona International Speedway Grattan Raceway Hallett Motor Racing Circuit Homestead-Miami Speedway Indianapolis Motor Speedway Laguna Seca Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course New Jersey Motorsports Park NOLA Motorsports Park Pacific Raceways Pittsburgh International Race Complex Portland International Raceway Pueblo Motorsports Park Road America Sebring International Raceway Sonoma Raceway Summit Point Raceway Thunderhill Raceway Park Virginia International Raceway Watkins Glen International Willow Springs Raceway World Wide Technology Raceway

Closest to the field: FE2 100.0% of FE2 Flinn Lazier, Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 2018 race · FF 104.8% of FE2 Jonathan Kotyk, Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 2022 race · FM 102.5% of FE2 Bryce Cornet, Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 2018 race · SMX 117.7% of FE2 Ethan Jacobs, Road America Runoffs 2024 race

% of FE2Lap times

FE2FFFMSMXsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower

FE2FFFMSMXsolid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of FE2's at the same event (the reference class, changeable above); 100% is level, less is quicker, so up the chart is quicker

	Event	FE2			FF					FM					SMX
	Event	Qual best	Race best	Trap	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs FE2	% of FE2	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs FE2	% of FE2	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs FE2	% of FE2
	Road America Runoffs 20262026-09-28	2:12.326Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 1.9s-0.149s (-0.11%)	2:11.881Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 1.6s-1.458s (-1.09%)	143.5Steve Whitston-5.5 mph (-3.7%)	2:23.047David Ybarra · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.4s-1.858s (-1.28%)	2:23.686Nathan Down · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.6s-1.855s (-1.27%)	138.9Tazio Stefanelli+0.5 mph (+0.3%)	+11.805squal +10.721s	109.0%qual 108.1%						2:36.472Skyler Cottrell · fastest of 21 · top 5 within 0.4s+0.240s (+0.15%)	2:36.414Cam Ebben · fastest of 21 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.677s (-0.43%)	128.4Christian Hoagland-0.6 mph (-0.5%)	+24.533squal +24.146s	118.6%qual 118.2%
5 rule changes (FE2: 1, FF: 2, SMX: 2)1 cars added · 1 tyres & wheels · 2 wording · 1 other · FF Kent 1600 compression ratio calculation parameters reorganized: bore size and valve protrusion limits moved to separate subsections for clarity. · SM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. · SM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. · FF clarifies alternative tire eligibility: homologated 1989 or earlier with rocker or outboard suspension all four corners; push-rod/pull-rod cars may seek approval. · FE and FE2 Enterprise bubble tail part WM138014 now allowed; FE2 must use this configuration only.showhide 2026-07-01 FF Clarification in FF Kent 1600 Compression Ratio Paragraph #40293wordingwordingFF Kent 1600 compression ratio calculation parameters reorganized: bore size and valve protrusion limits moved to separate subsections for clarity. 2026-07-01 SMX Rear Toe Link #40271wordingwordingSM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. 2026-04-01 SMX Part Number Change Request #39914otherunclearSM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. 2026-01-01 FF Formula F Alternative Tire Rule Proposed Clarifications #39281tyres & wheelsaddedtyres & wheelsFF clarifies alternative tire eligibility: homologated 1989 or earlier with rocker or outboard suspension all four corners; push-rod/pull-rod cars may seek approval. 2025-10-01 FE2 FE & FE2 Bubble Tail #38978cars addedaddedFE and FE2 Enterprise bubble tail part WM138014 now allowed; FE2 must use this configuration only.
	Road America Runoffs 20252025-09-29	2:12.475Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 1.4s+0.969s (+0.74%)	2:13.339Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 0.6s+0.591s (+0.45%)	149.0Steve Whitston+3.7 mph (+2.6%)	2:24.905Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 1.1s+2.353s (+1.65%)	2:25.541Calvin Kautz · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.5s+3.484s (+2.45%)	138.4Tazio Stefanelli-2.3 mph (-1.6%)	+12.202squal +12.430s	109.2%qual 109.4%						2:36.232Cam Ebben · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 0.2s+0.581s (+0.37%)	2:37.091Michael Tinis · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 0.3s+0.813s (+0.52%)	129.1Camden Gruber-0.4 mph (-0.3%)	+23.752squal +23.757s	117.8%qual 117.9%
10 rule changes (FE2: 1, FF: 4, SMX: 5)2 tyres & wheels · 1 engine · 1 weight · 4 wording · 2 other · SMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. · SMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. · FF adds rocker arm and outboard suspension cars option to use Hoosier bias ply slicks or VFF tyres; clarifies mixing rules. · SMX tire marking rules clarified: one set Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 per weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used only. · SMX competitors must submit AiM data files within 60 minutes instead of 30 after timed sessions. · FE2 allows pre-approved driver safety and comfort seat and control modifications for drivers with disabilities, per logbook. · FF adds alternative tire options for older cars with rocker arm or outboard suspension: bias ply slicks or VFF radials. · SMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. · FF and FC sequential gearbox weight penalty reduces from 25 lbs to 10 lbs minimum weight addition. · FF Honda Fit pistons: OEM 0.25mm oversize PN 13020-RB7-Z00 or Fast Forward PN FF800-110 now both allowed; standard diameter 73.240mm (2.8835 inches), minimum weight 198.0g.showhide 2025-06-01 SMX SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248otheraddedSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. 2025-06-01 SMX Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingwordingSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. 2025-05-01 FF Page 228, FF tire rule 9.1.1.10.e #38251tyres & wheelsaddedtyres & wheelsFF adds rocker arm and outboard suspension cars option to use Hoosier bias ply slicks or VFF tyres; clarifies mixing rules. 2025-05-01 SMX Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38004wordingwordingSMX tire marking rules clarified: one set Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 per weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used only. 2025-05-01 SMX SMX Data Submission Timeframe #38039wordingwordingSMX competitors must submit AiM data files within 60 minutes instead of 30 after timed sessions. 2025-04-01 FE2 Driver Safety & Comfort #37965otheraddedFE2 allows pre-approved driver safety and comfort seat and control modifications for drivers with disabilities, per logbook. 2025-03-01 FF Formula F Proposal to Invite Older Cars Via a Tire Rule Change #37802tyres & wheelsaddedtyres & wheelsFF adds alternative tire options for older cars with rocker arm or outboard suspension: bias ply slicks or VFF radials. 2024-12-01 SMX E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingwordingSMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. 2024-11-01 FF Change FF/FC Weight with Sequential Gearbox #36651weightfasterweightFF and FC sequential gearbox weight penalty reduces from 25 lbs to 10 lbs minimum weight addition. 2024-11-01 FF Alternative Oversize Honda Fit Pistons #37064engineaddedengineFF Honda Fit pistons: OEM 0.25mm oversize PN 13020-RB7-Z00 or Fast Forward PN FF800-110 now both allowed; standard diameter 73.240mm (2.8835 inches), minimum weight 198.0g.
	Road America Runoffs 20242024-10-01	2:11.506Porter Aiken · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.5s-1.300s (-0.98%)	2:12.748Porter Aiken · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.0s-0.523s (-0.39%)	145.3Porter Aiken+1.9 mph (+1.3%)	2:22.552Calvin Kautz · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.364s (-0.25%)	2:22.057Sebastian Mateo Naranjo · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 0.6s-2.211s (-1.53%)	140.7Calvin Kautz+2.6 mph (+1.9%)	+9.309squal +11.046s	107.0%qual 108.4%						2:35.651Ethan Lampe · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 0.7s	2:36.278Ethan Jacobs · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 0.7s	129.5Michael Borden	+23.530squal +24.145s	117.7%qual 118.4%
6 rule changes (FF: 2, SMX: 4)2 engine · 3 wording · 1 other · FF EGR blanking plate rule clarified: VTEC activation valve must be retained and functioning, no modifications permitted. · SMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. · SM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. · SMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. · SM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. · FF Honda Fit gains Fast Forward oversize piston ring option PN FF800-100 as alternative to Riken or Nippon.showhide 2024-10-01 FF Update to FF EGR Blanking Plate Rule #36633wordingwordingFF EGR blanking plate rule clarified: VTEC activation valve must be retained and functioning, no modifications permitted. 2024-09-01 SMX SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556engineaddedengineSM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingwordingSMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611otheraddedSM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. 2024-01-01 FF Honda Fit Oversize Piston Rings #35305engineaddedengineFF Honda Fit gains Fast Forward oversize piston ring option PN FF800-100 as alternative to Riken or Nippon.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20232023-09-23	1:50.665Charles Russell Turner · fastest of 26 · top 5 within 2.3s-0.188s (-0.17%)	1:51.098Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 1.4s-20.947s (-15.86%)	141.3Franklin Futrelle-0.6 mph (-0.4%)	1:59.249Nolan Allaer · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 2.8s+0.034s (+0.03%)	2:00.583Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 0.4s-17.775s (-12.85%)	138.4Calvin Kautz+0.1 mph (+0.1%)	+9.485squal +8.584s	108.5%qual 107.8%						2:11.435Nathan Nicholson · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.6s	2:12.616Noah Harmon · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.1s	127.8Noah Harmon	+21.518squal +20.770s	119.4%qual 118.8%
1 rule change (FF: 1)1 engine · FF Honda Fit engine adds Fast Forward part number alternatives for intake, exhaust, oil system, and scavenge pump components.showhide 2023-03-01 FF Add Fast Forward Part Numbers for Honda Fit Engine #33752engineaddedengineFF Honda Fit engine adds Fast Forward part number alternatives for intake, exhaust, oil system, and scavenge pump components.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20222022-09-24	1:50.853Charles Russell Turner · fastest of 25 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.209s (-0.19%)	2:12.045Jason Conzo · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.8s+19.891s (+17.74%)	141.9Eric Cruz-0.6 mph (-0.5%)	1:59.215Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 1.2s-0.348s (-0.29%)	2:18.358Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 2.4s-2.116s (-1.51%)	138.3Tim Kautz+2.2 mph (+1.6%)	+6.313squal +8.362s	104.8%qual 107.5%
No rule changes on record between these events
	Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20212021-09-25	1:36.395Max Grau · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.7s	1:36.655Max Grau · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.7s	146.2Gray Fowler	1:44.359Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 24 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.242s (-0.23%)	1:55.676Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 1.8s+11.152s (+10.67%)	141.6Nicholas Sheppard	+19.021squal +7.964s	119.7%qual 108.3%
3 rule changes (FF: 3)2 wording · 1 other · FF block relief permitted only as needed to fit an allowed crankshaft. · FF class cylinder head now permits optional coolant bleed line pipe thread fitting to swirl tower. · FF Honda LC1 ECU supplied by HPD is permitted effective 12/1/2020 with HPD lambda sensor.showhide 2021-04-01 FF Kent crankshaft clarification #30426wordingwordingFF block relief permitted only as needed to fit an allowed crankshaft. 2020-12-01 FF Allow Optional Coolant Bleed Line to Correct a Known Problem #29673otheraddedFF class cylinder head now permits optional coolant bleed line pipe thread fitting to swirl tower. 2020-12-01 FF Clarification regarding Honda LC1 ECU implementation date #29684wordingwordingFF Honda LC1 ECU supplied by HPD is permitted effective 12/1/2020 with HPD lambda sensor.
	Road America Runoffs 20202020-10-02	2:12.806Scott Rettich · fastest of 25 · top 5 within 0.6s	2:13.271Owen McAllister · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 0.7s	143.4Owen McAllister	2:22.916Simon Sikes · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 1.6s	2:24.268Jeffrey Bartz · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 0.4s	138.1Jeffrey Bartz	+10.997squal +10.110s	108.3%qual 107.6%
6 rule changes (FE2: 2, FF: 4)2 engine · 1 tyres & wheels · 1 weight · 2 wording · FE2 oil cooler rule clarified: Setrab 50-625-7612 or any cooler with max core 13 inches wide by 6.5 inches high allowed. · FF Honda LC1 ECU implementation date clarified to pending, contingent on SCCA receiving sufficient support materials. · FF Kent Engine alternator becomes optional instead of not required. · FF permits HPD LC1 ECU with lambda sensor; E1 ECU no longer supported but existing units may continue. · FF rain tyres now allow Hoosier W3 Radial 185/60R13 front and 205/60R13 rear. · FE minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; FE2 minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; new spring options added; tire warmers prohibited.showhide 2020-09-01 FE2 FE/FE2 Oil Cooler #29293wordingwordingFE2 oil cooler rule clarified: Setrab 50-625-7612 or any cooler with max core 13 inches wide by 6.5 inches high allowed. 2020-08-01 FF Clarification regarding Honda LC1 ECU implementation #29135wordingwordingFF Honda LC1 ECU implementation date clarified to pending, contingent on SCCA receiving sufficient support materials. 2020-04-01 FF E&O FF Kent Engine alternator language #28204engineaddedengineFF Kent Engine alternator becomes optional instead of not required. 2020-03-01 FF Honda Racing HPD low cost ECU proposal #27563engineaddedengineFF permits HPD LC1 ECU with lambda sensor; E1 ECU no longer supported but existing units may continue. 2020-03-01 FF Update rain tire designation #28443tyres & wheelsaddedtyres & wheelsFF rain tyres now allow Hoosier W3 Radial 185/60R13 front and 205/60R13 rear. 2019-12-01 FE2 FE / FE2 Update Rules #27624weightslowerweightFE minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; FE2 minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; new spring options added; tire warmers prohibited.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20192019-10-05	1:51.062Liam Snyder · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.3s	1:52.154Liam Snyder · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 0.7s	142.6Robert Vanman	1:59.563Tyler O'Connor · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 1.4s	2:20.474Jonathan Kotyk · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 6.3s	136.2Derek Ketchie	+28.320squal +8.501s	125.3%qual 107.7%	1:55.124Bryce Cornet · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 2.3s	2:15.816Bryce Cornet · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 4.9s	135.7Bryce Cornet	+23.662squal +4.062s	121.1%qual 103.7%
3 rule changes (FF: 3)1 aero · 1 engine · 1 wording · FF Honda Fit cylinder honing increased to 73.315mm and oversize pistons PN 13020-RB7-Z00 now permitted with matching ring packs. · FF intake manifold thermal wrap now permitted if easily removable for inspection; no coating allowed. · FF clarifies coolant and oil catch tank capacity requirements: coolant minimum one U.S. pint, oil minimum one U.S. quart per system.showhide 2019-02-01 FF Request for Oversize Honda Fit Pistons #25810enginefasterengineFF Honda Fit cylinder honing increased to 73.315mm and oversize pistons PN 13020-RB7-Z00 now permitted with matching ring packs. 2019-02-01 FF Heat Shield - Fit Intake #26102aeroaddedaeroFF intake manifold thermal wrap now permitted if easily removable for inspection; no coating allowed. 2019-02-01 FF Request catch cans/tanks clarification #26158wordingwordingFF clarifies coolant and oil catch tank capacity requirements: coolant minimum one U.S. pint, oil minimum one U.S. quart per system.
	Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 20182018-10-10	1:35.040Flinn Lazier · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 1.5s	1:35.563Flinn Lazier · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 1.7s	126.8Scott Rettich	1:41.612Jonathon Kotyk · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.7s	1:42.049Jonathon Kotyk · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.3s	115.7Denny Renfrow	+6.486squal +6.572s	106.8%qual 106.9%	1:37.598Bryce Cornet · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 0.9s	1:37.909Bryce Cornet · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 1.3s	124.1Melvin David Kemper Jr	+2.346squal +2.558s	102.5%qual 102.7%
No rule changes on record between these events
	Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20172017-09-25				1:44.601Zach Holden · fastest of 36 · top 5 within 1.2s	1:44.524Jonathon Kotyk · fastest of 36 · top 5 within 0.5s				1:41.231Jarret Voorhies · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.7s	1:41.146Jarret Voorhies · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.2s
No rule changes on record between these events
	Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Runoffs 20162016-09-19				1:29.213Neil Verhagen · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 2.1s	1:30.133Neil Verhagen · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 1.4s				1:26.043Jacob Loomis · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 3.1s	1:27.922Jacob Loomis · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 2.7s
No rule changes on record between these events
	Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 20152015-09-21				2:02.489Tim Kautz · fastest of 25 · top 5 within 1.1s	2:03.383Rick Payne · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 0.8s				1:57.804Joseph Burton-Harris · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 2.3s	1:58.029Joseph Burton-Harris · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 1.7s

By track

Track	Events	Typical % of FE2	Best	Latest
Road America	4	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2020	100.0%Runoffs 2026
Virginia International Raceway	3	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2019	100.0%Runoffs 2023
Indianapolis Motor Speedway	2	100.0%1 of 2 with FE2	100.0%Runoffs 2021	100.0%Runoffs 2021
Daytona International Speedway	1	0 of 1 with FE2
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course	1	0 of 1 with FE2
Sonoma Raceway	1	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2018	100.0%Runoffs 2018

About this data

Every event the class ran, at any track, oldest to newest on the chart and newest first in the table. Each point is the class's best lap as a share of FE2's best on the same day: the weather and the day cancel out, so one figure compares across years where lap times cannot; a class that suits one track more than another still reads differently there. It still moves when the yardstick's own balance changes or its field thins, and an event the yardstick did not run has no point. A best from fewer than three cars is greyed. The rule changes that took effect between two events are folded between their rows.