Is Sim Drifting Realistic? Assetto Corsa Drifting Vs Real Life with Comparison Footage

This year I moved from sim drifting to the real thing, and this video talks about how realistic drifting on Assetto Corsa is based on my experience. It includes both in-car and drone footage from a track called Midpond in Alabama, along with comparison shots from the same track in-game, which should hopefully provide some good insight on the similarities and differences between the two.

Whether you're an IRL Drifter debating on getting a sim for seat time, someone with a sim debating on trying IRL drifting, or someone who's completely new to sim/drifting, check this video out!

Topics in this video:
0:00 Intro
0:38 Cockpit Comparison - Sim Skills vs Real Life
1:22 G-Force and Struggles Going From Real to Sim
1:58 Drone Comparison - Driving Line and Track Conditions
2:18 Realism for Mod Levels and Types of Cars
2:57 Comparison of My Hands on Sim vs Real
3:46 Verdict - Where it's the Same
4:03 Verdict - Where it's not the Same
4:30 Verdict - Overall Takeaway

For links to the 350z in the video and Midpond (the track), go here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...

My Story *********************

In 2022 I purchased a 2007 Nissan 350z to start attending my first drift events, and I've learned quite a bit along the way. The community has been great and I'd very much like to pay it forward and help anyone looking else looking to get into drifting for the first time. Any burning questions as someone wanting to learn how to drift? Send them my way and I'll either respond or cover in a future video.

Helpful Links and Places Where You Can Find me *********************

Find the Janky Discord here:
►   / discord  

Looking for a car pack or track from my videos? Check here:
► https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...

I also post content on Instagram:
►   / jankydrift  

Janky Merch:
► https://jankydrift.etsy.com

My Sim setup - Please note, using these links helps support my channel (Which is very much appreciated. Use code JankyDrift on Apex to get 5% off!) *********************

Simagic Alpha Mini: https://www.apexsimracing.com/collect...
Simagic Quick Release: https://www.apexsimracing.com/collect...
GT Omega ART Cockpit: https://www.gtomega.com/products/art-...
HP Reverb G2 Headset: Discontinued, recommend the Quest 3...
Quest 3 VR Headset: https://amzn.to/3sWVAl3
NRG 350MM Wheel: https://amzn.to/45g35RR
Thrustmaster TH8A Shifter: https://amzn.to/45k4GpV
Thrustmaster T-LCM Pedals: https://amzn.to/45B2JFc
Generic Handbrake (PC Only): https://amzn.to/3E3dOTV
NRG FRP-301 bucket seat: https://amzn.to/3OJfXsI
USB Hub: https://amzn.to/3QKUKRT
Logitech K400 Keyboard: https://amzn.to/47WgOyd
GoPro Hero 10 Black (to record): https://amzn.to/4a0WxJD
Thrustmaster T300 (old wheelbase): https://amzn.to/44cxZcB
GT Omega Apex Cockpit (old wheelstand): https://amzn.to/3GnU52n

Some of my IRL Gear - Purchases through these links help support my channel (Again, much appreciated) *********************

2007 Nissan 350z HR:
Sparco Sprint Seats: https://amzn.to/3OAYa7K
RaceQuip PRO20 Helmet: https://amzn.to/3Sx4TRn
NRG 350MM Wheel: https://amzn.to/45g35RR
Stage Monroe Wheels: https://enjukuracing.com/products/sta...
BC Racing BR Coilovers: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
GKTech Full Angle Kit: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
GKTech Diff Brace: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
GKTech Hydro: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
GKTech Camber Arms: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
GKTech Toe Arm: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
Koyo Radiator: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
Graffiti Harness Bar: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...
KBD Duckbill: https://www.enjukuracing.com/products...