Sentences with phrase «outright speed»

But still you could see that our pace wasn't quite what it needed to be with outright speed.

Power doesn't always mean outright speed though, and big horsepower numbers can show up in unexpected places.

We are closer on pace but I'm not sure we are going to have enough outright speed.

Each car is different, each location is different, and you'll find a solid rhythm will reward better than outright speed most of the time.

Active aero elements including the Gurney flap - equipped rear wing, which also functions as an airbrake, and closable slots in the front splitter trade grip for outright speed as needed.

Perhaps this car isn't about outright speed and sporting performance — there are smaller, nimbler cars that will probably get around a racetrack faster and for less money to boot — but everything about the CLS 63 AMG conspires to make me feel confident in both my abilities as a driver and the vehicle's ability to effortlessly deliver what I ask of it.

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We all know that a fast racing car is one that treads the finest line between outright speed and spikey handling.

Opt for the 1.0 - litre if you don't need outright speed, though it'd be unfair to call it slow.

What the 2016 Mini Cooper Clubman lacks in outright speed is made up for with long - legged motoring that is just right for traveling cross-country.

Based on the pattern set by its predecessor, the BMW 1 - Series M coupe, the smaller M2 will likely exhibit both better agility and handling prowess than a standard M235i, as well as additional outright speed.

the 4c's strength is it's agility and quickness, not outright speed even if faster roadcar ever produced under 250hp.

If judged by outright speed and pavement gobbling capability alone, the 911 Turbo achieves its greatness through its supreme usability and approachability — precisely the opposite qualities that earned it a fearsome reputation decades ago.

August 2008: GTI scores 4 stars in a Four Seasons test We said: «You'd have a hard time matching the GTI's combination of useful packaging, cheerful personality, and outright speed at any price — and especially for less than $ 27,000.»

And, when it comes to sports cars, sophistication trumps outright speed every time.

For many SUV drivers running costs are more important than outright speed so in this respect the Hyundai shone; even if its 10.6 L / 100 km average consumption figure on test was slightly higher than the «official» number of 9.0 L / 100 km.

If you don't value outright speed, the entry - level 148bhp 2.0 eD4 diesel engine (which comes exclusively with two - wheel drive) should fit the bill.

As a racer the events you can take part in are naturally more focused on outright speed than the more destruction orientated police.

It can't quite match the SEAT for outright speed — although the more expensive Ford Focus RS certainly can.

The program isn't technically about outright speed, despite the 171 - mph ability of our Jaguar F - Type.

Buick's recently introduced Super program emphasizes comfort and refinement over outright speed, which is why we pause a little when contemplating the 2008 LaCrosse: Unlike most Buicks, it doesn't look like it'll be overly boring.

While the GT - R dances on that fine line between outright speed and videogame - like ease of operation, the grins on our faces stuck around long enough after the GT - R was driven like a hooligan machine to tell us that it is the real deal.

If you haven't had a chance to watch Jackson, who evades defenders with sharp cuts rather than outright speed, you have one more chance to do so.

Sorry manual fans, this car is about one thing and one thing only, outright speed.

Koenigsegg doesn't really need to break any more records to remain in the minds of a few impressionable young speed freaks, as the Swedish sports car maker's very name brings to mind ridiculous feats of acceleration and outright speed.

There's a feeling he's been stung by criticism from some on the GT department's recent focus on driver engagement (the manuals in the R and GT3) rather than outright speed.

Preuninger admits GT cars wearing an RS badge will always be about outright speed - so PDK only.

It's blisteringly quick but does it have the finesse to go with its outright speed?

In terms of outright speed, if you're looking to cross Europe at 200 mph, this isn't your car.

Smoothness, it turns out, is the key to acing the slalom, rather than outright speed.

The aforementioned 911 Turbo is similar on both price and performance, but the 911 GT3 undercuts them both significantly and gives up very little in terms of outright speed.

But I'd have the 3.8 from the GT3, which you have to work harder all the way up to 9,000 rpm as this is about the thrill of driving rather than outright speed.

But there's so much more to the P1 than outright speed.

Incidentally, Tamura confirmed that there are absolutely no plans for a manual gearbox - despite rivals like Porsche now conceding that while its fastest models will always feature twin - clutch transmissions, cars like the 911R are dedicated to the feel of driving, rather than outright speed.

It's fascinating watching the gap ebb and flow over this road but outright speed is barely worth worrying about.

Aimed at a buyer more interested in driving dynamics than outright speed, the Lamborghini Huracán LP 580 - 2 is the purist's choice.

With just 50 hp, the Imp might not be able to match the outright speed of today's cars, but it still fills the wish list of every serious driver ever born; it's nimble, reliable, completely predictable, and always feels like it's rooting for you.

The Fiesta ST is a popular option in autocross competitions, where handling and grip are rewarded over outright speed.

The reconfigured aerodynamics and an active carbon fibre rear spoiler optimize the performance and reduce drag for outright speed.

But the Caterham Sprint is about nostalgia and style more than outright speed.

Those truly wanting a distinctive, faster, more engaging car should just go buy the new Vantage, which may not feature the outright speed of the DB11, but is definitely the more driver - oriented beast.

If you do have a bit more to spend, the CTS - V bests the Germans in a different way: outright speed.

Despite its lack of outright speed, the Evoque is more than capable in both city and highway motoring and the claimed average 23mpg rating is commendable too.

But, more importantly than outright speed, it feels suitably punchy throughout the rev range, making the E400 a very easy - going car to cover long distances in.

He didn't think that they would be on top, in regards to pace, but he pointed out that outright speed isn't what's needed to win an endurance race like Le Mans.

Both the eight - speed automatic and six - speed automatic (the latter being exclusively available on the most powerful engine option) can swap cogs cleanly and smoothly, if perhaps without the outright speed of comparable transmissions in rival cars.

On top of that the spring - loaded, free - floating left and right - click buttons feel lovely, having a minimal amount of travel, the design aiming for outright speed and achieving that goal beautifully.