Paul Russo vs Tony Bettenhausen F1 Stats
Paul Russo and Tony Bettenhausen have started 8 Formula 1 races together, 4 of those as team mates at Kurtis Kraft and the rest in rival cars. Tony Bettenhausen has finished ahead in that head-to-head 4 times to 3.
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They started 8 races together, between 1950 and 1959. 4 of those as team mates at Kurtis Kraft. In 1 race neither was classified.
| Paul Russo | Driver Profile | Tony Bettenhausen |
|---|---|---|
 United States | Country | United States |
| Kenosha, Wisconsin | Place of Birth | Tinley Park, Illinois |
| Apr 10th 1914 | Date of Birth | Sep 12th 1916 |
| Feb 13th 1976: 61 years old | Date of Death | May 12th 1961: 44 years old |
| 8 | Season Entries | 11 |
| 45 | Car Number | 2 |
| Paul Russo | Full Career Statistics | Tony Bettenhausen |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| 8 | Grand Prix EntriesGP Entries | 11 |
| 8 | Grand Prix StartsGP Starts | 11 |
| 8.50 | Total Points | 11.00 |
| 1.06 | Avg. Points per Grand PrixAvg. Points per GP | 1.00 |
| 0 | Grand Prix WinsGP Wins | 0 |
| 0 | Pole Positions | 0 |
| 2 (25,0%) | Front Row Starts | 1 (9,1%) |
| 14.6 | Avg. Grand Prix GridAvg. GP Grid | 12.5 |
| 1 (12,5%) | Grand Prix PodiumsGP Podiums | 1 (9,1%) |
| 1 (12,5%) | Grand Prix Fastest LapsGP Fastest Laps | 1 (9,1%) |
| 4 (50,0%) | Grand Prix Points FinishGP Points Finish | 4 (36,4%) |
| 12.4 | Avg. Grand Prix PositionAvg. GP Position | 14.8 |
| 3 (37,5%) | Grand Prix DNFsGP DNFs | 7 (63,6%) |
| 1.367 | Total Grand Prix LapsTotal GP Laps | 2.014 |
| Paul Russo | Key Career Landmarks | Tony Bettenhausen |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 Indianapolis 500 36 years, 50 days36y, 50d | First Race | 1950 Indianapolis 500 33 years, 260 days33y, 260d |
| 1959 Indianapolis 500 45 years, 50 days45y, 50d | Last Race | 1960 Indianapolis 500 43 years, 261 days43y, 261d |
| 2nd - (2 times) | Best Qualifying | 2nd - 1955 Indianapolis 500 |
| 2nd - 1955 Indianapolis 500 | Best Result | 2nd - 1955 Indianapolis 500 |
| 1955 Indianapolis 500 41 years, 50 days41y, 50d | First Podium | 1955 Indianapolis 500 38 years, 260 days38y, 260d |
| 1955 Indianapolis 500 41 years, 50 days41y, 50d | Last Podium | 1955 Indianapolis 500 38 years, 260 days38y, 260d |
| 1956 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 50 days42y, 50d | First Fastest Lap | 1958 Indianapolis 500 41 years, 260 days41y, 260d |
| 1956 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 50 days42y, 50d | Last Fastest Lap | 1958 Indianapolis 500 41 years, 260 days41y, 260d |
| 1953 Indianapolis 500 39 years, 50 days39y, 50d | First Points Finish | 1950 Indianapolis 500 33 years, 260 days33y, 260d |
| 1957 Indianapolis 500 43 years, 50 days43y, 50d | Last Points Finish | 1959 Indianapolis 500 42 years, 260 days42y, 260d |
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Paul Russo vs Tony Bettenhausen — Frequently Asked Questions
Who has more podium finishes, Paul Russo or Tony Bettenhausen?
Paul Russo and Tony Bettenhausen are level on 1 podium each.
Who has the better win percentage, Paul Russo or Tony Bettenhausen?
Paul Russo has won 0.0% of all starts (0 from 8), Tony Bettenhausen 0.0% (0 from 11).
Who wins the head-to-head between Paul Russo and Tony Bettenhausen?
Tony Bettenhausen leads 4 to 3 in the 8 races they both started.
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