Why pick the RS4?
#21
05-26-2009, 02:09 AM
Why in the world would anyone CHOOSE to drive a box sedan car? If you have kids, then I would prefer to get rid of the kids. If that's not possible, only then wouesld I ever look at a sedan. If no kids, at that price, get a GREAT Porsche Cayman S! No clear thinking person go FROM a Cayman S TO an Audi sedan unless they are having kids. Only then get a sedan , and then only with great reluctance. The threat of driving a sedan is a great birth control motivation..
They are the perfect DD's - fun, sporty and at the same time luxurious enough to travel in comfort over long distances, can fit a load of luggage and can do everything you need of it.
A Cayman is too compromised for dd'ing - so bloody small, can't fit enough in it and if you have it as your only car, even if you are young and single it still becomes a PITA and i'm talking from experience here having owned many 2 seat and small sports cars.
#22
05-26-2009, 02:12 AM
Because something like an E60 M5 will go around the track as fast as a Cayman 'S', be just as much fun and can do it with 3 people in the car with you.
They are the perfect DD's - fun, sporty and at the same time luxurious enough to travel in comfort over long distances, can fit a load of luggage and can do everything you need of it.
A Cayman is too compromised for dd'ing - so bloody small, can't fit enough in it and if you have it as your only car, even if you are young and single it still becomes a PITA and i'm talking from experience here having owned many 2 seat and small sports cars.
They are the perfect DD's - fun, sporty and at the same time luxurious enough to travel in comfort over long distances, can fit a load of luggage and can do everything you need of it.
A Cayman is too compromised for dd'ing - so bloody small, can't fit enough in it and if you have it as your only car, even if you are young and single it still becomes a PITA and i'm talking from experience here having owned many 2 seat and small sports cars.
#23
05-26-2009, 02:14 AM
I want one, always have but am too scared to own one with less than 2 years warranty and the 2008 models are so freaking expensive over here.
#24
05-26-2009, 02:22 AM
#25
05-26-2009, 02:49 AM
There were a few more minor running changes in 03. And earlier M5's have had engine troubles that the 03's do not. But in general, I just prefer the last year cars with BMW. My MIL's 2001 740 for example, still gets me thinking about doing a 6 speed conversion if/when she gets rid of it.
I looked really really hard for a Imola/Caramel 03, just couldn't find one.
I like everything about the S4 Avant except the engine. The RS4 engine is quite something.
I looked really really hard for a Imola/Caramel 03, just couldn't find one.
I like everything about the S4 Avant except the engine. The RS4 engine is quite something.
#26
05-26-2009, 02:53 AM
My e39M is a 2002 and I've only had a single problem with it (the side airbag blew when I started the car once) so at least that's out of the way. I love the e39M, I think it will be a classic someday, but if I had to choose between the two, I think I'd go with a B7 RS4. Not just b/c of power (though it has one of the greatest engines made), but b/c its slightly more refined and capable than the e39M. Not to knock the M, but the RS4 is just a better package, great looks and performance. However, if I were looking to track the car, I definitely would go with the M5, f@ck understeer!!!
As I have discussed before, when I was in the market for a new car last time around, I had my heart set on an RS4, but I ended up with the e92M instead. However, between the choice of e39 M5 or B7 RS4, the audi would be my choice for DD. Its just the right size, has great all weather handling, a great interior, phenomenal looks, and a clutch so light I wouldn't mind letting a gf drive it. I could get into more detail about differences of driving the two, but I'm tired and my brain is beginning to go into 'hibernate mode'.
As I have discussed before, when I was in the market for a new car last time around, I had my heart set on an RS4, but I ended up with the e92M instead. However, between the choice of e39 M5 or B7 RS4, the audi would be my choice for DD. Its just the right size, has great all weather handling, a great interior, phenomenal looks, and a clutch so light I wouldn't mind letting a gf drive it. I could get into more detail about differences of driving the two, but I'm tired and my brain is beginning to go into 'hibernate mode'.
I haven't driven an RS4; can you compare the E39 M5's motor with the RS4 to satisfy my curiosity?
#27
05-26-2009, 09:44 PM
When considering price, the e39M is the wise man's choice, but I just think the RS4 is a nicer place to be as a DD.
