@ScarDuck14
I don't think I'm far behind you in age, been playing F1 since the 90s. My First computer was a commodore vic20 in the 80s.
Do EA/CM know about this and are they working on a fix? As it doesn't seem to be listed in the community raised issues. But your findings seem to be right.
Just thinking about my Hungary test. On level 75 I need to find over 3 seconds a lap to win the race. So Around level 40!!
I did do Spa 50% on 75 and pushed Max all the way, But my tyres were a little worn by my pit stop and race finish. Going to mess with steering angle settings today.