I agree with everything said... Awd is just better technology.... You will always have the rwd people say that it is a more pure driving experience but bottom line is Awd is better off launch, you can exit turns faster, and when combined with a turbo, the modification possibilities are almost endless.... I live where elevation is 4000 ft above sea Level and trust me the naturally aspirated guys are at a HUGE disadvantage (corvette, viper, etc)
The biggest problem with AWD systems is the weight, and that they can make an average driver look like a great driver, due to saving their asses with grip.
Was watching a commentary on the race at Spa (or maybe another recent race) with the new Audi R18 E-tron quattros vs the Audi R18 diesels, the E-tron quattros were great in the wet due to AWD (electric motors powering the front), but the RWD R18 diesel hybrids were quicker in the dry. Even Audi was confused.
Chris Harris and Tiff rail about the lack of feel in AWD cars, and love their RWD cars---Tiff used to race the Porsche 962s back in the day.
When I got the chance to drive the AWD RS4 it felt heavier (it is heavier) than the contemporary E46 M3---of course that engine hangs over the front nose. But, the drive and feel was not as lively as the M3---the grip was reassuring.
I haven't driven a GT-R, but I'm sure it would be great, and make a better daily driver than the E92 M3, in all weather scenarios.
