Engine - the 2.4-litre normally-aspirated V8 engines are going to replaced with the smaller yet powerful, 1.6-litre V6 turbo engines, revving to a maximum of 15,000rpm.
Gearbox - There would be Eight forward gear changes compared to the seven gears of today.
Energy Recovery Systems (ERS) - A brand new introduction to formula one, not something new we haven't heard of, similar to KERS, but more powerful. That is energy from braking + energy from heat of the turbocharger. Unlike the current KERS - which give drivers an extra 80bhp for six seconds per lap - the 2014 ERS will give drivers around 160bhp for 33 seconds per lap. To compensate for the extra power being generated under braking by ERS, teams will be allowed to use an electronic rear brake control system.
Fuel - to promote fuel efficiency, fuel will be limited to 100kg per race.
Minimum weight - to compensate for the increased weight of the 2014 powertrain (Turbo + ERS) minimum weight has been increased from the current 642kg to 690kg.
Exhaust - The twin exhaust pipes would be replaced with a single exhaust. Additionally, bodywork is not allowed to be placed behind the tailpipe.
Nose height - for safety reasons the height of noses will be reduced in 2014. The maximum height is currently 550mm, whereas next year it’s 185mm.
Front wing - front wings will be a little narrower next year with the width reduced from 1800mm to 1650mm.
Rear wing - the rear wing will also look a little different in 2014 compared to this year’s models. The lower beam wing is being outlawed and the main flap will be slightly shallower in profile.
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