Explanation

[inner obsidian]

Fully performance-based - Rates drivers based on how much they got out of their car and how they performed in the race, regardless of finishing position.

Performance + Final result - Rates drivers mainly on performance, but finishing result can make an impact

Basically, let's say Hulkenberg drove from P20 to P8.

In the first scenario, he would've likely got a 10, undoubtedly so.

In the second scenario, his finishing result would also have its say, and if leading drivers such as P1, P2, or P3 didn't get a 10, chances are he wouldn't either

[steel raven]

Based off of your explanation then yeah fully performamce based would be the way to go

I wanna know though, how would you rate oscar in the current mclaren going from p20 to p8?

(Lets presume he didnt get a lap in during quali coz the car shat itself or badly timed yellow flags, not because he crashed out in q1)

[inner obsidian]

If he had an eventful race (in the good meaning) and actually did a good chunk of overtakes he might get a high rating

But I'm afraid his top car may prevent a 10

Although it heavily depends on circumstances

Also due to the fact that my ratings are split into 3 different sections for every race

[steel raven]

Aahhh ok ok

[inner obsidian]

In my ratings quali gives a maximum of 3 points, race gives a maximum of 7, and there are 3 bonus points

If you botched qualifying then you need an absolutely perfect race for a 10