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Ferrari 360 Modena and Audi R8 on a "spirited" drive today

Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by Solobagpiper, May 23, 2009.

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  1. Solobagpiper

    Solobagpiper Karting

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    #1 Solobagpiper, May 23, 2009
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    Thought I'd share a few pictures of me and a buddy of mine who owns a gorgeous Audi R8 (white with carbon fiber blade). We had a great time on Redwood Road between Castro Valley and Oakland, California.
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  2. Latsyrc

    Latsyrc F1 Rookie

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    #2 Latsyrc, May 23, 2009
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    Very cool! My Lt's neighbor has a silver R8 that he comes to the station on occasion. I haven't seen it here yet, but missed it by about 5 sec last time. He was leaving as I was arriving from around a different corner.

    Your 360 looks great, too. How would you compare the ride of each?
     
  3. Solobagpiper

    Solobagpiper Karting

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    #3 Solobagpiper, May 23, 2009
    Performance is roughly comparable, but the character of each car is distinctly different. The R8 feels like an elegant daily driver until you start to push it and then the performance is obvious. Loads of torque and power. Cornering is excellent in the R8, but the car feels a lot like a luxury coupe. The Ferrari is a race car with more road feel, responsiveness and much better sound, in my opinion. With very similar acceleration, top speed, cornering and overall performance it's really a matter of taste. I prefer the Ferrari because I feel much more a part of the driving experience, but I'm totally biased, of course. Overall, I would have to say the R8 is a great car though.
     
  4. docf

    docf Formula 3

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    #4 docf, May 24, 2009
    Nice pictures. Had considered R-8 prior to the 360 purchase.
    Docf
     
  5. paulie_b

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    #5 paulie_b, May 26, 2009
    Mark, how do you like those seats in your 360? I have the same ones and love them over the stock seats.
    Just my 2 cents!
     
  6. Solobagpiper

    Solobagpiper Karting

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    #6 Solobagpiper, May 27, 2009
    I like them very much. They fit me perfectly and are very comfortable. They really hold onto you when you drive at speed on twisty roads.
     
  7. Spider-Man

    Spider-Man Karting

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    #7 Spider-Man, Jun 2, 2009
    Is that the new TT? I almost picked up an R8 but the 360 Spider test drive sold me!!
     

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