P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The 2023 F1 season drew to a close in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, but which drivers got the better of their teammates over the course of the campaign?
When comparing F1 drivers, the most accurate measure is to evaluate their performance against their teammates with the same equipment. In this regard, Max Verstappen outperformed Sergio Perez in 20 out of 22 races, securing 19 wins and 12 pole positions. Verstappen ultimately won the championship with 575 points, while Perez finished second with 285 points.
Lewis Hamilton turned the tide against George Russell in 2023, winning 15 out of 21 races and securing a third-place finish in the championship with 234 points. Russell, on the other hand, finished eighth with 175 points. However, their qualifying performances were evenly matched with each driver securing 11 pole positions.
Charles Leclerc had the upper hand over Carlos Sainz, winning 11 out of 20 races and securing five pole positions. Sainz managed to claim one victory during a challenging season for Ferrari. Leclerc finished fifth in the championship with 206 points, while Sainz finished seventh with 200 points.
Lando Norris had a strong season, outperforming teammate Oscar Piastri in 17 out of 22 races and securing three second-place finishes. Norris finished sixth in the championship with 205 points, while Piastri finished ninth with 97 points.
Fernando Alonso demonstrated his experience and skill at Aston Martin, outperforming Lance Stroll in 17 out of 21 races and securing two second-place finishes. Alonso finished fourth in the championship with 206 points, while Stroll finished tenth with 74 points.
Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly had a closer battle, with Gasly outperforming Ocon in 14 out of 22 races. Ocon secured a third-place finish in one race, while Gasly secured a third-place finish in another.
These head-to-head comparisons provide insights into the drivers’ performance throughout the 2023 season.
