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IMSA is introducing a new approach to gathering balance of performance (BoP) data for its large field of cars in its GTD and GTD Pro classes. Having assembled a full assortment of GT models for thi…
competition among such a diverse range of GT cars has always been a challenge for IMSA. In an effort to improve the Balance of Performance (BoP) process, IMSA is introducing a new approach for gathering data. This involves working closely with each manufacturer and a chosen team, along with a professional driver, to develop an in-depth run plan that will generate accurate data for building the BoP tables. The goal is to bring all manufacturers into the BoP process as partners rather than opponents. IMSA president, John Doonan, emphasizes the need for a pragmatic and technical approach to address the variety of car designs and aerodynamic capabilities. The decision to change the BoP information gathering process was influenced by Porsche’s new 2023 911 GT3 R model, which did not perform as expected during BoP tests. The change aims to prevent similar balancing issues in the future and create equal competition among the different GT car platforms in the series.
