REDBULL X1

■Engine: gas turbine, 1483bhp @ 15,000RPM, 527lb ft @ 12,000RPM


■Transmission: continuously variable, rear-wheel drive

■Top Speed: 249mph

■Weight: 545kg

■Length/Width/Height: 4750/2180/980mm

■Suzuka Lap Time: 1:11.540 (compare with Vettel’s 2009 F1 lap time of 1:30.833)

■Special Features: enclosed wheels, “fan element” to increase low and medium-speed downforce (much like a vacuum cleaner)