loxxrider
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I'm not sure how the R8 and lambo would do against each-other around a track, but I think most people would find the R8 much easier (intuitive) and fun to drive. It felt more balanced and precise than the gallardo to me, but I had limited time with both of them. There is no question that the 458 is MUCH faster than both though, especially around the track rather than in a straight line. It is just in a whole different league. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to go racing (and can afford it). It is a race car. The other two cars are more at home on the street if you ask me (though the shifting of the 458 is so much nicer (faster AND smoother) than the other two cars that it is better on the street in that respect).
I own an E39 M5 actually which is a naturally aspirated V8. It makes 400 hp and close to that in torque. The beauty of the car is the way it makes the power. I played with an E9x M3 at Sebring a few months back and was pulling on him if that gives you an idea of what the older M5 can do. The newer V10 and even newer turbo V8 versions are totally awesome too, but I prefer this beast for its raw character. I've driven the V10 (E60), but not the new twin turbo V8 (F10). I hear they are a blast when uncorked a bit (software upgrade and then exhaust change to get rid of that crap exhaust note that it has in stock form). I'd love to own one when prices come down in about ten years.
Here are a few videos from my M5. One is chasing that E9x M3 around Sebring and the other is racing my friend's turbo'd E30.
I own an E39 M5 actually which is a naturally aspirated V8. It makes 400 hp and close to that in torque. The beauty of the car is the way it makes the power. I played with an E9x M3 at Sebring a few months back and was pulling on him if that gives you an idea of what the older M5 can do. The newer V10 and even newer turbo V8 versions are totally awesome too, but I prefer this beast for its raw character. I've driven the V10 (E60), but not the new twin turbo V8 (F10). I hear they are a blast when uncorked a bit (software upgrade and then exhaust change to get rid of that crap exhaust note that it has in stock form). I'd love to own one when prices come down in about ten years.
Here are a few videos from my M5. One is chasing that E9x M3 around Sebring and the other is racing my friend's turbo'd E30.