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I owned a Mk5 GTI and have driven a mate's Mk4 quite a bit (though not an Mk6).
Thanks to various mechanic friends, I have driven an E90 M3, as well as the previous gen (whatever that was) M3.
While owning that, I realised that "fun" and "good" don't often get said in the same sentence. Also, "fun" and "fast" are not always the same thing.
There's no doubt in the world that the GTI is quicker off the lights, has more leg room in the back, better equipment and more boot space.
The 86 makes you feel (to paraphrase a certain Irishman) "Like Ayrton Senna at every roundabout".
Fun is a completely subjective measure. Some people get a metaphorical hard-on for being able to set great laptimes. People Like that adore any Nissan Skyline GTR product. They also often worship at the throne of Audi RS, and would like nothing more than a Lamborghini (or an R8). I say all of that with the utmost respect.
The other side of the coin enjoys driving more than laptimes. They enjoy a car that fights back a bit. These people prefer M-series to Skylines, they often like a bit of muscle, and they'd rather have Ferrari's and the eye-rolling madness of RWD manual Lambos from the 80s.
Then there's the big divide between people who look at a car as an everyday requirement, and those that want a second car.
When considering a primary car, practicality matters. When looking for a second or third ride, the practicality becomes irrelevant.
The guys in the video clearly differ on both those measures, and as such would never come to an agreement.
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