Originally Posted by Chip-3Door

When I had a fairly lightweight XE nova on a decent diff and good tyres and suspension, I could easily beat my mates WRX Sti through twisty bits as well, having nearly double the weight doesnt exactly help cornering and soon makes up for the 4wd advantages you would think it would have.
Its NOT just in a straight line they are quick.

Got to coombe and watch the faster lads there in theirs and you will see you need a fairly well sorted scooby or evo to match them.