iRace v rFactor

[beachguy12]

I am new to sim racing and I'm looking into a simulator program, What are the differences between iRace and rFactor. I run a CF, do I need to run a car the is also a late 70's FF or can I modify any available open wheel car to simulate my car? I would also prefer a system that has programs for west coast tracks.

What do you recommend?

[Alex Zeller]

There are curtainly folk on this board far more qualified to speak on this topic than me. However I prefer iRacing. For me the graphics and accuracy of the tracks are far more precise than RFactor V1. I haven't tried RFactor v2 yet.

I use these simulators to practice the visual references of particular circuits. So accurate track representation is important to me. I use the barber dodge car to practice. Since I use a cheep wheel and sit in my desk chair (with casters...) to drive, vehicle kinematics that resemble my car are the least of my problems.

Also check out Simraceway. I think it's a free download.

Have fun!