 Newbee with questions
Hello all, as the title says, I have a couple unrelated questions. Anyone know what percentage of MINI drivers are female? Seems like the MINI is kind of a "cute" car b/c of it's diminuitive size. Yet the car is just as much of a "drivers" car that attracts people like me --a car guy.
Also, what kind of performance can I expect out of the MINI Cooper S --that is, in terms of flat-out acceleration and handling? My current car is an Acura Integra. The numbers (hp, weight, acceleration) are almost identical, so I'm looking for other reasons to drop some cash on a new car. Surely, the MINI would be a better "date" car (no explanation needed). Though, what else does it offer in terms of performance and overall feel?
Other options include the Audi TT (nice but getting on) and Audi A4 (lil' boring and more expensive but practical). I also like the looks of the 2005 Mustang but want no association with the "usual" Mustang drivers 'round here. Anything else fun (Porsche Boxster or BMW Z4) requires more money that I'd rather not spend right now. ...BTW (and in case anyone considers), the Miata is too old and unoriginal --even with turbocharger. The Beetle is out of the question (I am not "man" enough to drive such a girly car; doesn't handle worth s**t either), and the Golf GTI --though historically interesting --hasn't inspired since the first generation. Lastly, the Lotus Elise comes close to being the ultimate "driver's car"; though, it's simply not available in the States right now, and may not be practical enough to serve as a daily driver as well.
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