I really don't get why people cream in their pants and spend huge sums of money for cars that have 300+ HP. Pakis buying M5 sedans, of chicks driving the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S.
There is NO POINT to these cars. Driving in the city or freeway, you are subjected to traffic and speed limits. It's not like you can drive 200 mph anywhere but a race track. Most any car is fine for around the town. Sure it's a status symbol, but really cars are status symbols for douchebags.
It would be the most frustrating thing driving a super fast car and trolling along at 10 mph in rush hour traffic or being stuck behind slow drivers all the time. I would be a ticking time bomb that once I see open road I'd hit top speed then either crash and die or get pulled over and lose my license.
Reason? The possible reasons I could imagine for purchasing these cars is to (A) show off, (B) as a status symbol and because (C) you like fancy toys, even if you can't truly take advantage of it's full capabilities.
Functionality wise.. You will get the same job done with a Toyota Prius and save yourself a small fortune in the long run by opting for it as well.
It's just as comparable to the argument made regarding expensive watches. A watch isn't a piece of jewelry, it is meant to allow you to read time. If you wanted a sparkly item around your wrist, simply buy a bracelet, as you'll find that a rubber, digital Casio watch will last you longer than any Rolex and will cost you pennies in comparison.
Supercar vs Prius: In heavy traffic, neither car will get you to your destination any faster, you will simply stand out more when riding a fancy car and that's
IF you don't already ride behind tinted windows. If hidden behind tinted windows, you will be just as noticed and cared for as the back passenger of a hearse.
I take public transportation.
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