I think the main reason is safety, yes. With more power you can add more downforce while not loosing out on top speed. I think 5 to 6 Gs of lateral acceleration in corners is already enough :D
As for your second question: technology, especially turbo technology and precision machining has come a long way within the last 40 years. I think the most extreme cases of qualifying trim in the 80s were 1.5 litre engines with 1200-1500 hp, and they literally only lasted for one single lap, or around 5 km.
Todays engines are 1.6 litres running at 900-1000 hp while doing multiple thousand km. Additionally, using more than 3 engines outweigh the penaltys with the performance gained.
I wonder what would be the solution/ combination not solutions to give rise to races where drivers have to/ are able to push alot more for alot longer.
I think the main reason is safety, yes. With more power you can add more downforce while not loosing out on top speed. I think 5 to 6 Gs of lateral acceleration in corners is already enough :D
As for your second question: technology, especially turbo technology and precision machining has come a long way within the last 40 years. I think the most extreme cases of qualifying trim in the 80s were 1.5 litre engines with 1200-1500 hp, and they literally only lasted for one single lap, or around 5 km.
Todays engines are 1.6 litres running at 900-1000 hp while doing multiple thousand km. Additionally, using more than 3 engines outweigh the penaltys with the performance gained.
Can’t argue with safety.
I wonder what would be the solution/ combination not solutions to give rise to races where drivers have to/ are able to push alot more for alot longer.