We are now into the tenth generation of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, and we at Winding Road consider it to be an excellent driver’s car. We’ve driven on the road, on the track, and in the snow, and its combination of power and handling make it terrifically engaging and fun to drive.
The Porsche 911 looks and handles great, but a big part of the car’s iconic appeal it in its outright speed. For most practical purposes, we measure speed in acceleration, usually some 0-60 figure. When we want to measure a car’s upper limits, though, we like to look at its top speed.
There’s something magical about five liters of displacement divided among eight cylinders. Right now, Ford, Jaguar/Land Rover, Hyundai, and Lexus are using them in various vehicles, and we haven’t found one that’s let us down yet. Whether naturally aspirated or supercharged, they all sing a...
As we drive the Lexus CT200h (and enjoy it for the most part), we’re reminded of some of the other fuel misers we’ve driven and responded to favorably (again, for the most part). We decided to compare a handful of these cars side by side, to get a visual understanding of how they perform.
As you probably are already aware, BMW recently announced the 2012 M5. Since the first-generation, E28 M5 came to life in 1985, the model has grown more powerful, faster, and heavier. This continues with the upcoming F10 generation, weighing well over two tons and boasting 560 horsepower. The...
Who doesn’t love some good, old fashioned cross-referencing? In advance of Winding Road Issue 70, which will lay forth some of the most involving cars with which to beat $4 gasoline, we have made this graph. It shows us which subcompact cars (as defined by the EPA) do the best job of balancing...