BoP Lab / Classes / FM
FM vs SM vs F5 vs P2 pace at every track
Lap times across years say as much about the weather as the class. % of FM is each class's best lap as a share of FM'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.
Quickest here: FM 1:26.043 Jacob Loomis, Runoffs 2016 qualifying · SM 1:40.514 Justin Hille, Runoffs 2016 qualifying · F5 1:28.528 Calvin Stewart, Runoffs 2016 qualifying · P2 1:20.188 Jeff Shafer, Runoffs 2016 qualifying
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| Qual best | Race best | Trap | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FM | % of FM | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FM | % of FM | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FM | % of FM | |||
| Road America Runoffs 20262026-09-28 | 2:42.173Brett Kowalski · fastest of 34 · top 5 within 0.3s-0.938s (-0.58%) | 2:42.725Francisco Barroso · fastest of 35 · top 5 within 0.2s-1.705s (-1.04%) | 119.6Wyatt Couch+0.3 mph (+0.3%) | 2:10.606Greg Gyann · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 5.3s+3.201s (+2.51%) | 2:09.441Mike Reupert · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 4.2s+1.119s (+0.87%) | 155.0Matt Strand+2.4 mph (+1.6%) | ||||||||||||||
2 rule changes (SM: 2)1 wording · 1 other · 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.show | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Road America Runoffs 20252025-09-29 | 2:43.111Bobby Gossett · fastest of 32 · top 5 within 0.3s+2.005s (+1.24%) | 2:44.430Kyle Greenhill · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.3s+2.944s (+1.82%) | 119.3Francisco Barroso-0.6 mph (-0.5%) | |||||||||||||||||
5 rule changes (SM: 4, P2: 1)1 weight · 3 wording · 1 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. · SM tire marking rules clarified: one Hoosier SM 7.5 P205/50/ZR17 set per Super Tour weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used tires only. · P2 2000 cc Pinto engine car minimum weight set to 1335 lbs. · 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.show
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| Road America Runoffs 20242024-10-01 | 2:41.106Ethan Goulart · fastest of 49 · top 5 within 0.5s-1.103s (-0.68%) | 2:41.486Brett Kowalski · fastest of 43 · top 5 within 0.3s-2.262s (-1.38%) | 119.9Alex Bertagnoli-1.4 mph (-1.2%) | 2:07.405Bart Wolf · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 3.0s-1.109s (-0.86%) | 2:08.322Bart Wolf · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 0.6s-1.471s (-1.13%) | 152.5Lucian Pancea-0.6 mph (-0.4%) | ||||||||||||||
9 rule changes (SM: 4, P2: 5)2 engine · 6 wording · 1 other · 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. · P2 Spec Line E engine notes clarify oil system, ECU, and exhaust remain unrestricted; wording only. · P2 FIA Group CN notes clarify V de V European Proto Endurance Challenge bodywork, rear diffuser, wing, wheels, assisted shifting allowed; regulations link provided. · P2 AMAC and related cars: clarified B.1 modified engine range to 2008 and older stock engines only, with 38mm restrictor and 1025 lbs minimum weight. · P2 Suzuki GSX-R1000 engine: 2007–2008 crankcase 11300-21860 may be replaced with 2016–2019 GSX-S1000 part 11301-04840. · P2 Table 1 engine date ranges clarified: Stock Engine replaced with specific marques Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, BMW for 2009-newer and 2008-older rows.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20232023-09-23 | 2:14.986Danny Steyn · fastest of 52 · top 5 within 0.1s+0.322s (+0.24%) | 2:16.229Julian DaCosta · fastest of 46 · top 5 within 0.3s-2.878s (-2.07%) | 120.3Jim Drago+1.1 mph (+0.9%) | 1:48.590Greg Gyann · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 1.7s+1.024s (+0.95%) | 1:48.829Lucian Pancea · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 0.9s-27.005s (-19.88%) | 150.9Lucian Pancea-0.2 mph (-0.2%) | ||||||||||||||
9 rule changes (SM: 1, P2: 8)2 engine · 1 cars added · 1 weight · 5 wording · P2 minimum side body height must equal front axle centerline height, viewed from side. · P2 closed cockpit single seat cars now prohibited unless Table 1 spec line permits. · P2 engine table spec line B.1 redundant effective date language removed and table updated. · P2 motorcycle restrictor reduced 35mm to 34mm for 2011+ Kawasaki; minimum weights increased to 1100 lbs for 2009+ engines; cockpit length corrected to 23.622 inches. · Sebeco NP01-EVO and Elan NP01 added to P2 with Mazda 2.0L MZR, no restrictor required, 1600 lb minimum weight. · P2 Radical SR3/SR4, Cup, Club Sport, Pro-Sport, PR6: assisted shifting clarified from A-assisted to Aassisted; Cup engine restrictor changed from Unrestricted to Not required. · P2 chassis now allows composite materials partially installed; anti-intrusion panels attachment simplified; Stohr and converted models clarified. · SM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 minimum weight rises to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20222022-09-24 | 2:14.664Danny Steyn · fastest of 60 · top 5 within 0.2s+0.112s (+0.08%) | 2:19.107Travis Wiley · fastest of 58 · top 5 within 0.9s+2.648s (+1.94%) | 119.2Jonathan Neudorf-0.6 mph (-0.5%) | 1:57.689James Weida · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 3.9s+0.328s (+0.28%) | 2:21.862Sven de Vries · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 14.3s+24.290s (+20.66%) | 142.9Calvin Stewart+0.1 mph (+0.1%) | 1:47.566Tim Day Jr · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 3.0s-1.545s (-1.42%) | 2:15.834Greg Gyann · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 10.1s+25.576s (+23.20%) | 151.1Robert Iversen+1.8 mph (+1.2%) | |||||||||||
17 rule changes (SM: 1, F5: 6, P2: 10)1 cars added · 1 engine · 1 weight · 11 wording · 3 other · F500 Rotax 493 and 593 intake boots: removed Moto Tassinari V3124-873B-2 from 493/593 non-HO allowance, added Moto Tassinari V3120-794A-2 option for non-HO. · F500 Rotax engines now permit Ingi Tech Sparker ignition DCP-CDI-P2 as alternate ECU. · F500 clarifies stepped diameter exhaust headers prohibited except at cylinder head flange area. · F500 Rotax 593 intake boot options clarified; oil injection pump removal now permitted. · P2 chassis construction clarified: full composite allowed; partial composite must roll without composite parts installed. · P2 classification wording cleaned up in GCR section 9.1.8.C and GCR contents. · P2 Oldsmobile cam rules correct spelling from 'after market' to 'aftermarket' in two sections. · SM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors not required until further evaluation. · F500 Majors and Runoffs cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Solo or Solo 2. · P2 adds Beasley B2 at 1350 lbs with Mazda 12A, 40.5mm venturi, and up to 16.5in wing chord. · P2 wings: terminology change from 'cord' to 'chord', and 'only' removed from Bobsy and Jondal notes. · P2 Converted F5 cars renamed F500, must retain F500 suspension, minimum width 55 inches. · P2 motorcycle engines gain 5cc to 1505cc max, two-stroke gains 5cc to 1205cc max, automotive engines add 50 lbs minimum weight to 1350 lbs. · F5 cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs. · P2 Control Area definition clarified: rectangular zone from rear edge of front tires to front edge of rear tires, full car width. · P2 specification line B.1 engine table entry amended; details of change not provided in excerpt. · P2 Control Area definition clarified: rear tire edge and front tire edge bounds, car's lower surface width, floor extensions and aerodynamic attachments included, vertical structures prohibited.show
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| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20212021-09-25 | 1:57.695Brian Henderson · fastest of 90 · top 5 within 0.5s-0.611s (-0.52%) | 1:58.837Brian Henderson · fastest of 88 · top 5 within 0.3s-0.263s (-0.22%) | 119.8Kyle Greenhill | 1:42.619Ryan Mayfield · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.6s-0.517s (-0.50%) | 1:43.140Sven de Vries · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.7s+0.280s (+0.27%) | 144.4James Weida | 1:33.235Tim Day Jr · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 3.3s+1.409s (+1.53%) | 1:35.322Tim Day Jr · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 4.8s+2.841s (+3.07%) | 150.3Robert Iversen | |||||||||||
12 rule changes (SM: 1, F5: 3, P2: 8)2 cars added · 2 engine · 8 wording · P2 CN Honda K20A-FD2 engine rebuild clarified: balancing, porting, polishing prohibited; valve jobs and honing must follow factory procedures. · F5 clarifies mechanical shifting only; throttle-cut and flat-shifter devices permitted if driver retains full control. · F5 single-seat open-wheel cars: rigid suspension becomes limited suspension in class definition. · P2 Converted F5 cars must retain F5 suspension and meet P2 non-spec requirements except minimum width is 55 inches. · P2 minimum body width clarified: cannot extend inward beyond vertical plane through tire centerlines. · F500 Rotax 593 HO engine now permitted; 875 lbs minimum weight, MA0242SP1020A or MA0242SP1063A restrictor, specific intake boots and piston required. · P2 tonneau covers now allowed to meet minimum dimensions; cockpit equipment attachment wording clarified. · P2 removes effective date 01/01/2021 from six car spec lines in Table 1. · P2 engine specs B.1, B.2, B.3 limited to maximum 4 valves per cylinder. · SM adds procedure for CRB-approved obsolete parts and BOP testing in sanctioned events with point forfeiture. · P2 adds new spec line for 2-cycle 3-cylinder engine up to 820cc with 10 front, 14–15 rear wheel width. · P2 motorcycle-engine cars: 2009+ stock 37mm restrictor, 2008- stock 35mm, modified 1075 lbs. Honda K20A 50mm restrictor. Various spec cars: restrictors increased or decreased 0.5–3mm.show
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| Road America Runoffs 20202020-10-02 | 2:42.209Kyle Greenhill · fastest of 77 · top 5 within 0.5s | 2:43.748Preston Pardus · fastest of 75 · top 5 within 1.0s | 121.3Kyle Greenhill | 2:20.954Calvin Stewart · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.8s | 2:21.391James Weida · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 1.5s | 143.2Aaron Ellis | 2:08.514Robert Iversen · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 3.0s | 2:09.793Robert Iversen · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 3.9s | 153.1Robert Iversen | |||||||||||
14 rule changes (SM: 2, F5: 6, P2: 6)3 engine · 2 induction · 1 aero · 1 cars added · 1 suspension & brakes · 5 wording · 1 other · F500 Suzuki GSXR600 engine years extended from 2003-2013 to 2003-2019. · SM allows aftermarket radiators in original location with stock OEM cooling fan, and permits 1990-1997 cars to install upper radiator seal NA75-50-OK7A. · P2 rear wing rules clarified: standard wing 6×12 inches, end plates 14-inch square; alternate 1-meter formula wing 110cm wide, 9×18 inches, end plates 14×18 inches. · SM rear brake caliper may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt head to prevent pin failure. · F5 request to adjust external jetting device cockpit control denied; no rule change made. · F5 driver adjustable carburettor mixture: refer to separate Fastrack letter #28359 for ruling. · F5 cockpit adjustment request response published in Fastrack letter 28359. · Elan NP01 added to P2 Table 1 as Spec Line car with 2000cc displacement and 42mm restrictor. · P2 Enterprises Sports Racer now permits 55mm flat plate intake restrictor Part # WM303013 as alternative to SIR. · P2 Enterprise Sports Racer 2.3L engine must use SIR or Flat Plate restrictor meeting peak horsepower, sized in whole or 0.5mm increments. · P2 electronic throttle control wording clarified: ETC permitted if stock ECU throttle pedal activates original throttle shaft mechanism. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced to 28mm from 29mm. · P2 adds BMW to permitted motorcycle-based engines alongside Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20192019-10-05 | 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 | 2:14.552Todd Buras · fastest of 60 · top 5 within 0.2s | 2:16.459Elivan Goulart · fastest of 56 · top 5 within 0.4s | 119.8Jim Drago | +0.643squal +19.428s | 100.5%qual 116.9% | 1:57.361Wiley Mcmahan · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 3.8s | 1:57.572Wiley Mcmahan · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 4.0s | 142.8Eric McRee | -18.244squal +2.237s | 86.6%qual 101.9% | 1:49.111Robert Iversen · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 0.8s | 1:50.258Greg Gyann · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 0.4s | 149.4Robert Iversen | -25.558squal -6.013s | 81.2%qual 94.8% | ||
14 rule changes (SM: 4, F5: 1, P2: 9)4 engine · 2 weight · 1 cars added · 1 induction · 4 wording · 2 other · P2 Honda K20A-FD2 non-composite chassis intake restrictor note clarified; restrictor implementation date removed. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 minimum weights increase to 900 lbs. · P2 motorcycle engines: Stock restrictor to 35mm, Modified to 34mm; weights up to 1025 and 1125 lbs respectively. B.5 restrictor to 33mm, weight to 1185 lbs. · P2 cars limited to power application on maximum two wheels. · P2 Enterprise minimum weight increased to 1375 lbs.; peak horsepower of sealed ESR engine reduced per CRB specification. · P2 stock and modified engines get smaller restrictors (35.0mm, 34.0mm, 33.0mm) and heavier minimums (1025, 1125, 1185 lbs). · P2 Line A.1 restrictor reduced from 40mm to 38mm. · SM fuel pump and filter now permitted as Mazda or OEM equivalent part. · SM allows factory Mazda ECU and injector harnesses (P/N 0000-10-020E-99, 0000-10-080D-99) on 1999–2000 model year cars, unmodified. · SM electrical rules reorganized and clarified; alternator now externally regulated only by OEM ECU or master kill switch; harness repair by splicing permitted. · SM tire tread protrusion language removed from GCR 9.1.7.C.5. · P2 Spec Line cars now allow 1345cc Hayabusa stock engines at 1050 lb minimum with 30mm restrictor. · P2 Group CN Honda K20A-FD2 55mm intake restrictor implementation delayed from 1 January to 3 March 2019. · P2 Honda K20A-FD2 Group CN must use stock intake manifold, 64mm throttle, 55mm restrictor at 1500 lbs minimum.show
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| Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 20182018-10-10 | 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 | 1:54.355Ken Sutherland · fastest of 48 · top 5 within 0.7s | 1:55.278Michael Carter · fastest of 48 · top 5 within 0.3s | 102.2Danny Steyn | +17.369squal +16.757s | 117.7%qual 117.2% | 1:41.807Jeff Jorgenson · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 6.6s | 1:42.491David Lapham · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 9.5s | 113.3David Lapham | +4.582squal +4.209s | 104.7%qual 104.3% | 1:28.784Tim Day Jr · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 5.0s | 1:32.071Chuck Bona · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.9s | 144.4Tim Day Jr | -5.838squal -8.814s | 94.0%qual 91.0% | ||
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| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20172017-09-25 | 1:41.231Jarret Voorhies · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.7s | 1:41.146Jarret Voorhies · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.2s | 1:58.306Chris Haldeman · fastest of 86 · top 5 within 0.5s | 1:59.100Michael Gagliardo · fastest of 83 · top 5 within 0.6s | +17.954squal +17.075s | 117.8%qual 116.9% | 1:43.136Wiley Clinton McMahan · fastest of 38 · top 5 within 1.4s | 1:42.860Wiley Clinton McMahan · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 1.6s | +1.714squal +1.905s | 101.7%qual 101.9% | 1:31.826Jeff Shafer · fastest of 26 · top 5 within 4.9s | 1:32.481Jeff Shafer · fastest of 24 · top 5 within 3.8s | -8.665squal -9.405s | 91.4%qual 90.7% | ||||||
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| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Runoffs 20162016-09-19 | 1:26.043Jacob Loomis · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 3.1s | 1:27.922Jacob Loomis · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 2.7s | 1:40.514Justin Hille · fastest of 45 · top 5 within 0.3s | 1:40.764Michael Carter · fastest of 44 · top 5 within 0.3s | +12.842squal +14.471s | 114.6%qual 116.8% | 1:28.528Calvin Stewart · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 3.9s | 1:29.853Steven Thompson · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 4.5s | +1.931squal +2.485s | 102.2%qual 102.9% | 1:20.188Jeff Shafer · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 4.0s | 1:20.904Jeff Shafer · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 2.2s | -7.018squal -5.855s | 92.0%qual 93.2% | ||||||
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| Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 20152015-09-21 | 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 | 2:18.661Andrew Carbonell · fastest of 62 · top 5 within 0.6s | 2:24.067Todd Lamb · fastest of 59 · top 5 within 0.8s | +26.038squal +20.857s | 122.1%qual 117.7% | 2:01.824W. Clint McMahan · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 3.0s | 2:03.298Matthew Strand · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 4.9s | +5.269squal +4.020s | 104.5%qual 103.4% | 1:51.825Chris Farrell · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 3.6s | 1:52.355Jeff Shafer · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.8s | -5.674squal -5.979s | 95.2%qual 94.9% | ||||||
By track
| Track | Events | Typical % of FM | Best | Latest |
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| Road America | 4 | 0 of 4 with FM | ||
| Virginia International Raceway | 3 | 100.0%1 of 3 with FM | 100.0%Runoffs 2019 | 100.0%Runoffs 2019 |
| Indianapolis Motor Speedway | 2 | 100.0%1 of 2 with FM | 100.0%Runoffs 2017 | 100.0%Runoffs 2017 |
| Daytona International Speedway | 1 | 100.0% | 100.0%Runoffs 2015 | 100.0%Runoffs 2015 |
| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | 1 | 100.0% | 100.0%Runoffs 2016 | 100.0%Runoffs 2016 |
| 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 FM's best on the same day: the weather, the track and its configuration cancel out, so one figure compares across tracks and years where lap times cannot. 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.