That’s not what this argument is about. It’s about whether these cars are “well engineered”. The mere fact that you are touting the ancient NASA space pen legend, which is obviously false, as both the truth and an example for what you’re trying to convey here is very telling and nothing more really has to be said. It…

That I don’t want it compared to? Don’t put words in my mouth. You can compare a bicycle to an F16 if your heart desires this. Doesn’t change the facts, though. They “massaged” the engine? Wonderful. They got 406hp out of a 3.5L V6 with the aid of a supercharger. That’s nothing to write home about, is it? Porsche got…

It’s “well engineered” in the same manner that TVRs were “well engineered” - a moderately powerful engine (in the case of Lotus one they did not even “engineer” themselves) inside a light vehicle with the allure of a kit car. Combine that with decent suspension work and Bob’s your uncle. I’m not saying they’re bad,…