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Originally Posted by Deslock
Sure, I'm not claiming that every car with a wishbone setup handles better than every car with struts, but rather that wishbone suspension is inherently superior to struts.
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If all other things are equal sure--but that's the thing, can never really have an all-things equal situation. Two main downsides of a double-wishbone setup is the size of packaging--Macphersons take up a smaller space--and weight. Given the obsession with compactness and lightweight, it's very understandable to go with Mac struts. Dial in a bit of negative camber up front and you're good to go.
Imo the difference is a lot less than multi-link rear vs live axle (eg Mustang).