http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...n/results.html
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1ST PLACE: PORSCHE BOXSTER S
Absolutely crushes the competition at the test track, but the gap is even greater on a canyon road. In a different league -- of one.
2ND PLACE: AUDI TTS
Impressive grip and overall execution, but more power and steering feel are necessary before it can even begin to compete with our winner.
3RD PLACE: BMW Z4 sDRIVE35i
Shockingly unrefined ride and disconnected chassis nearly put it in last place. Sensual styling and engine note are its only saving graces.
4TH PLACE: NISSAN 370Z ROADSTER
Pleases the pocketbook and power hungry, but a proper roadster needs to satisfy the eyes and ears as well.
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Do they just flip a coin for who wins a comparison test? The 370z outperforms the Audi in almost every category, and it also outperforms the BMW on the skipad, figure-eight, etc. The Z4 does take the 1/4 mile over the 370z, but they give the Z4 a win because of its styling and sound note? Not to mention the 370z cuts its nearest competitor by ~$8,000.