Not exact matches
But the bottom line is that the Porsche is the more effective machine around the Nürburgring: it is deflected
less by
bumps, matches the GTO
in the braking zones, loses a little between turn -
in and apex, and from there disappears up the
road in a gnashing
of turbocharger whoomph.
Maybe it's the gear ratios, but the RS 3 feels like it lacks the torque
of the TT on the
road, and its firm suspension also bounces the car around more on mid-corner
bumps — even
in Comfort mode — making you
less confident to drive fast.
Personally, I thought that all three settings were fairly sporty, but did notice a bit more
of an edge to the
bumps in the
road and a bit
less roll
in the firmer settings.
The ride
in the former feels mediocre, communicating
bumps and roughness
in the
road similar to much
less expensive cars, but an example with the air suspension makes a huge difference, bringing the LS 500 closer to the ride quality
of the benchmark Mercedes - Benz S - Class.