The Delta wing car has been quite controversial. It was originally going to be half the weight and HP of an Indycar, with the same performance. That turned out to be an unattainable goal, so they are trying to sell the idea as a LeMans style prototype.
Most of the issue has been whether it is an advancement of race car engineering and design, or just a marketing BS push. They have made all sorts of claims about performance, but they only compare themselves to other cars with a rigid ruleset, not anything made to an unlimited idea like they are. It started as a way to push GREEN racing.
It is worth mentioning the REAMS material mentioned in the article is not a structural material. It doesn't shatter when hit on track because it is not as rigid.
The look doesn't do anything for me. The tiny front track only works because of an active rear differential and huge rear weight bias.
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