Quote Originally Posted by cardo
you know, they reduce engine displacement to slow down cars but they introduce slicks? what the?
reduction in engine displacement & configuration (from V10 to V8) isn't just about slowing down cars... but also to help "spill" F1 technology from the track to the street (and keeping costs manageable and more justifiable and part of their R&D program).

like for the M5... no doubt that it got a lot of techie goodies from BMWs F1 experience. but as a V10, its application is limited to a few sportscars. while the V8 is more used.