Being in the unique position of having raced against both Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher makes Rubens Barrichello more qualified than most to name the better of the two

Lewis Hamilton has recalled fond memories of watching Michael Schumacher driving for Ferrari as he prepares to follow in his footsteps. Hamilton will swap Mercedes for Ferrari next year, for what is likely to be the final chapter of his legendary F1 career. Hamilton and Ferrari are the sport’s most successful driver and most successful team.

With seven world titles a piece, one of Formula One's greatest debates is whether Lewis Hamilton or Michael Schumacher is the best to have taken to the track.