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Old 07-28-2012, 02:20 PM   #1
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GT 86 vs. BMW 125i

From German Car mag "Autobild":
http://www.autobild.de/artikel/bmw-1...h-3539189.html
titled "Toyota beats BMW".

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It may sound surprising, but comparing the two opponents as sports cars, there can be only one winner: the Toyota GT 86. BMW 125i coupe makes for the more civilized package for everyday life and its engine is a monument in its own right. The better sports car comes from Japan, though. The GT 86 is tuned consistently to dynamic with ultra-agile temperament and precise handling, driving pleasure that does not have to cost 50,000 euros and/or require at least 300 hp. It works without turbo, active suspension and high-tech overkill. Lightweight, rear-wheel drive and high-revving naturally aspirated engine: The old concept still rocks.
Autobild is renowned for favoring german car makers in comparison tests, so this comes as a bit of a surprise.
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