Racing Bulls has demonstrated superior exploitation of its FCARB 03 power unit compared to Red Bull's RB22 in the opening two races, according to Autosport analysis. The Italian squad's car proved exceptionally difficult to overtake in Melbourne and China, with Arvid Lindblad experiencing this firsthand during the Australian GP. This characteristic stems from Red Bull's powertrain philosophy favoring higher top speeds, particularly on energy-critical circuits like the 2023 Melbourne layout where FCARB 03 maintained advantage through straights. Red Bull struggled with weight issues, reportedly 15-20kg overweight, affecting chassis balance and race pace despite strong qualifying performances.