Engineering a Realistic Powertrain
One of the most significant “Low Value” issues in the original mod was the engine logic. The real-world Stradale utilizes a 2.3-liter turbocharged engine (derived from the Ford EcoBoost but heavily refined by Bosch). The original mod incorrectly implemented this as a Naturally Aspirated (NA) unit, missing the distinct torque delivery of a modern turbo.
In this update, we have:
- Switched to a Turbocharged Logic: Re-mapped the power delivery to match the Bosch-tuned specifications.
- Adjusted Torque Curve: The car now correctly produces 500 NM of torque, peaking between 3,000 and 5,000 RPM. This ensures the mid-range “punch” that allows the Stradale to rocket out of corners.
- Drivetrain & AMT Simulation: We adjusted the drivetrain physics to match the shift times and acceleration profiles of the automated manual transmission, resulting in a realistic 0–100 km/h time of 3.25 seconds.
Advanced Vehicle Dynamics and Aero
The Stradale’s magic lies in its weight-to-downforce ratio. Weighing only 855 kg, it is capable of generating over 820 kg of downforce. Our rework addresses the “mixed up” physics of the base mod by implementing:
- Suspension Geometry Tweaks: Recalibrated to represent the mid-engine layout and high-downforce setup, ensuring the car doesn’t “float” at high speeds.
- Tire Model Evolution: Grip levels have been adjusted to match real-world lateral G-force data (up to 2G), making the car feel planted yet communicative.
- Aero Rebalance: We’ve fixed the aero elements to ensure the car’s balance remains consistent through high-speed sweepers like those found at Spa-Francorchamps.
Visual and Functional Enhancements
Beyond the physics, we have overhauled the visual presentation to bring it up to 2026 standards using Custom Shaders Patch (CSP) features.
- Extended Config (ext_config): Enhanced exterior and interior materials for better light reflection and realism.
- Wiper Animations: A fully working wiper animation has been added, requiring a custom 3D model adjustment.
- 3D Collider Fix: Fixed the “ground clipping” issues by correcting the 3D collider.
Installation Note: The 7z file contains the full mod due to necessary 3D model changes for wiper functionality.