Bernie Ecclestone believes Sebastian Vettel can match Michael Schumacher 's record . Ferrari supremo also claims that Vettel faces tougher competition in the future . `` Sebastian is in a similar position as Michael . World champion Vettel leads the Formula One drivers ' standings after 18 races . Schumacher won seven world titles before retiring in 2006 and returning last year .
Bernie Ecclestone believes Sebastian Vettel can match Michael Schumacher 's record . Ferrari supremo also claims that Vettel faces tougher competition in the future . World champion Vettel leads the Formula One drivers ' standings after 18 races . Schumacher won seven world titles before retiring in 2006 and returning last year .