How Does The 'Underpowered' Lexus GS F Compare To The BMW M5?
On paper, the M5 comprehensively outguns the GS F. But in this test from Chris Harris, he finds much to like about the Lexus
It’d be interesting to see how the Lexus stacks up to the incoming, all-new, all-wheel drive BMW M5. After all, one of Harris’ main complaints about the outgoing rear-wheel drive M5 is its traction issues.
But, the new M5 is set to be even more complicated than the car it replaces, so I can’t help but think the simpler, naturally-aspirated GS F will still be the more enjoyable car.
Which would you rather have?
Growing up on a diet of World Rally Championship highlights and lengthy Gran Turismo 2 sessions, a life in cars was as good as inevitable for Matt.
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“GSF = simpler, natrually aspriated”
This is way more simpler and more fun. Holden Commodore SS-V Redline.
M5 IS BUILT FOR CONTROLLED SKIDS. it will slide but youre not likely to spin out and die
The GSFs biggest problem?
That massive grille looks quite a bit like it was drawn heavy handed by a drunk man with a crayon and no eraser.
(imo)
Other than that it’s pretty good especially the noise.
It’s nice but I’d rather have this:
Am I the only one who likes the looks of it
My problem with the GS F is that it must sound better than it does. If I’m buying a naturally aspirated V8 saloon it must sound like 6.2L C63 or E92 M3.
Not average exhaust note mostly coming from the speakers.
It’s kinda like a modern-day Alfa. On the face of it it’s got some amateur and intrusive flaws, but they are what makes it great
It’s an embarrassment that the main argument against the bmw is low traction when driving it on a snowey and/or icy road. That is not fair.
LEXUS IS BETTER THEN THE BMW BECUASE IT HAS INDICATORS.
I’d go for the Lexus any day - Don’t need no stinkin’ turbos!