Both F1 champions chose the same wheelbase. The difference? Pedals, cockpits, and philosophy.
Both F1 champions chose the same industrial-grade wheelbase — known for its raw, unfiltered force feedback. The difference lies in pedals, cockpits, and overall philosophy.
| Spec | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Brand & Model | Leo Bodnar SimSteering2Verified | Leo Bodnar SimSteering2Verified |
| Peak Torque | 26 Nm | 26 Nm |
| Motor | Kollmorgen AKM54 | Kollmorgen AKM54 |
| Price | ~$5,000 | ~$5,000 |
| Spec | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Wheel | PSE LM-XVerified | Cool Performance CP-SVerified |
| Display | None | 4.3" LCD ⚡ |
| Material | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
| Price | ~$2,500 | ~$2,000 |
| Spec | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Brand & Model | Heusinkveld Ultimate+Verified | Cool Performance Bespoke HydraulicVerified |
| Technology | Load Cell (200kg) | Full Hydraulic (200kg) ⚡ |
| Clutch | Yes | Yes |
| Price | ~$1,300 ⚡ | ~$3,000 |
| Spec | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Brand & Model | Playseat Formula IntelligenceVerified | Cool Performance Formula ProVerified |
| Type | Dedicated F1 Position | Custom Bespoke |
| Motion | None (Static) | None (Static) |
| Price | ~$2,500 ⚡ | ~£24,350 |
| Spec | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Triple + Fourth ⚡ | Triple 4K |
| Type | Ultrawides + Telemetry | 4K 240Hz 1ms |
| VR | Rejected | Rejected |
| Aspect | 🦁 Max Verstappen | 🧡 Lando Norris |
|---|---|---|
| Business | Team Redline Co-Owner | Quadrant Founder |
| Primary Sim | iRacing | iRacing |
| Esports Focus | 24H Endurance Events | Streaming + Fun |
| Motion Platform | Rejected — "Faster without" | Not used |
| Mobile Rig | Yes — Simucube 2 Pro ⚡ | GT Pro (secondary) |
Max Verstappen chose proven, premium off-shelf components — Leo Bodnar wheelbase + Heusinkveld pedals + Playseat cockpit. He maintains a separate mobile rig (Simucube 2 Pro) for F1 paddock racing. His focus is competitive esports with Team Redline.
Lando Norris went fully bespoke with Cool Performance. His Formula Pro cockpit alone costs more than Max's entire home rig. Hydraulic pedals provide factory car brake feel. As Quadrant's founder, his setup showcases what's possible at the absolute top end.
Bottom line: Same wheelbase, different philosophies. Max optimized for competitive reliability with multiple rigs. Lando invested in bespoke luxury. Both approaches won F1 championships and work at the highest level of sim racing.