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I would say the gearing is critical - a little low would allow slightly better acc'n to the rev' limiter but restrict the top speed - this would apply for Red Bull, for instance, if they were set up expecting to lead and not need a slightly higher top speed to pass - the DRS and KERS having no affect when it's on the limiter.
A slightly higher top gear and it would reduce acc'n in top gear and potentially limit the top speed to the same or even slightly lower than the short gearing, depending on the drag* Vs available power - regardless, it will take longer to get there. However, the use of DRS would reduce the drag*, probably allowing better acc'n and top speed due to the drag reduction and taller gearing allowing more speed before the limiter is reached.
I would expect the DRS to have at least as much significance for the acc'n as for the top speed on a number of tracks.

*of course, the wing settings and exact vehicle configuration will also be a significant factor, even without the DRS when chosing the optimum gearing for the track.


Oh, P2 just starting