Most striking differences :
1.Front wing’s height and dimensions were changed due to new 2009 regulations
2.The nose cone was significantly raised to favor a cleaner airflow to the front wing
3.Nose cone winglets were rejected due to new 2009 regulations
4.Front wheel rim shields were added
5.Undernose bargeboard use was restricted due to new 2009 regulations
6.Completely new mirrors
7.Minor changes to the steering wheel
8.Airbox winglet was rejected due to new 2009 regulations
9.Airbox shape
10.Sidepod inlets were much smaller
11.New engine , Mercedes for VJM02 instead of the previous used Ferrari
12.Radiators were placed in a different way inside the sidepods
13. Sidepod aero-elements and chimneys were banned or restricted due to new 2009 regulations
14.The rear zone was completely new
15.Rear wing’s height and dimensions were changed due to new 2009 regulations
16.New exhausts outlets
17.New diffuser due to new 2009 regulations
18.Slick tyres for VJM02 due to new 2009 regulations instead of grooved ones
19.New livery and logo sponsors
Front track: 1480mm
Rear track: 1420mm
Overall height: 950mm
Overall length: 4900 mm
Overall weight: 605kg (with driver, by regulations)
Front track: 1480mm
Rear track: 1418mm
Overall height: 950mm
Overall length: Approx. 5000 mm
Overall weight: 605kg (with driver, by regulations)