Unleashing Speed: The Ultimate Ranking of F1's 5 Fastest Cars in 2023

EA Sports has recently launched the highly anticipated F1 23, the latest installment in the F1 franchise. This immersive series aims to provide players with an authentic experience of Formula 1 Grand Prix racing, allowing them to assume the role of their favorite drivers or teams, or even create their own in the engaging MyTeam Career mode. In addition to introducing a host of exciting new features, the game has also made significant enhancements to the designs and performance of each car, ensuring a more realistic representation of the sport's actual competitors.

Furthermore, F1 23 offers an extensive selection of supercars for players to enjoy during "track days" and in the dedicated "F1 World" section. However, it should come as no surprise that the purpose-built Formula 1 cars remain the fastest vehicles in the game, providing an exhilarating and adrenaline-fueled gaming experience.

5 Alpine A523

The Alpine F1 Team's A523, powered by the Renault E-Tech engine, was formerly known as the Renault team. It has proven to be competitive in the upper midfield of the 2023 grid, with impressive qualifying and race pace demonstrated by Esteban Ocon's P3 finish in Monaco. The A523 is a well-rounded car that outperforms its main rival, McLaren, this season. Despite maintaining its traditional blue and pink livery, the car signifies a fresh start for the team. It has the ability to challenge the front-runners and provides an enjoyable option for players seeking a challenging Career Mode experience, without immediately dominating or starting from the very back of the grid.

4 Aston Martin AMR23

The AMR23 is Aston Martin's most impressive car in Formula 1 to date, achieving podium finishes in five out of the first six races this year. It has even demonstrated superior speed compared to Mercedes and Ferraris on certain tracks. The AMR23 sets itself apart from the midfield pack, but ultimately, its success will depend on the skill of the driver in securing podiums and race wins, or at the very least, consistently earning points.

Regardless, this car is reliable for scoring points and serves as an excellent choice for both Career and online modes. It doesn't come with the pressure of winning every race, but still performs at a very high level. The addition of the emerald green aesthetic adds a unique touch and reflects the elegance of the Aston Martin brand.

3 Mercedes W12

The Mercedes W12, despite retaining some issues from last season, remains a formidable contender in F1 23. Although the team is accustomed to consistently finishing at the front of the pack, their current performance is still competitive by any standard. The W12 frequently finds itself among the ranks of Red Bull and Ferrari, rather than falling behind. With just a few adjustments, this car has the potential to achieve race-winning performance, especially with a skilled driver at the helm.

2 Ferrari SF-23

The SF-23, introduced after a challenging 2022 season marked by missed opportunities, has not quite matched the performance levels of its predecessor. However, it remains a strong contender as the second fastest car on the grid. With its versatility in navigating both tight corners and long straights, the SF-23 has the potential to compete for victories. Despite not yet being able to rival Red Bull, players can find satisfaction in knowing that achieving success with this car is definitely possible within the game. Furthermore, the recent enhancements in handling and physics make for even smoother wheel-to-wheel racing experiences.

1 Red Bull RB19

The RB19, with its dominant performance in recent years, is undisputedly the fastest car in Formula 1 by a significant margin. Its Honda-powered engine not only excels in straight-line speed and DRS advantage, but also effortlessly navigates through both street circuits and racetracks. With the exceptional driver Max Verstappen at the helm, players can anticipate Red Bull's consistent success in career mode and absolute dominance if they choose to race for the Red Bull Racing Team.

The RB-19 strikes the perfect balance between top speed and downforce, requiring minimal adjustments in setup to adapt to different circuits. However, it is expected that these cars will quickly disappear in online lobbies as those driving them are likely to have a distinct advantage, unless engine settings are equalized.

F1 23 is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.