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M2 vs Alfa 4c
I haven't seen a thread with these two matched up. If I could make enough excuses to justify the 4c...I would do it. I hope this isn't a repost.
I keep reading a lot of talk about Caymans...etc. A lot about light weight, carbon filled, weekend/track day cars that feel "special". Has anyone else thought about the 4c? It certainly ticks ALL the boxes. For those who aren't planning on using the M2 as your daily. |
11-01-2015, 09:50 AM | #2 |
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I mean, I don't see how the cars are comparable. If you're looking for a weekend or track toy without practicality concerns...why are you buying an M2?
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The Alfa is a GORGEOUS car and handles phenomenally well. That said its right in line w the Elise in terms of practicality away from the track. Have driven it, really really nice car. That said think the GT4 is a wiser choice.
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While the M2 would not be my daily driver I am personally to large to fit in the Alfa. Maybe the 4C Spyder is a different story but i have yet to sit in one. |
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The 4C is a toy car...I have set in one. It is as wide as the M2 but like 2 feet shorter in length. Looks very exotic.
The interior is so cramped and so low that I won't want to spend more than an hour in there. In comparison a Porsche Cayman is heaps more comfy. The M2 is an everyday practical car with 4 seats with a fluff of sportiness breath upon by BMW M. |
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That would be my worry! I have yet to sit in one but I can't imagine fitting in one with a helmet at all.
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I don't think the 4C is THAT good looking to be honest. Personally, I don't see one reason I'd go with a 4C over a Cayman of some sort.
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The Cayman is a civilized sports car. The 4C pisses in your champagne glass and wipes its ass with a doily. If you want that, the Cayman just won't do.
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Also thinking about these two.
What about speed and lap times? Obviously track dependent but don't want to be downgrading in overall speed from my 1M. Will clearly need to drive both back to back but opinions sought nonetheless. Cheers
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I had a hard time locating a 4C to see in the flesh, much less drive one - that being said, I agree that it is a really pretty car that has impressive performance and is worthy of consideration. I wonder about the lack of creature comforts and where it simply becomes too much to deal with daily.
My 981 is good for DD - I have been in an Elise for a while and don't think I could do it all the time. I bet the 4C sort of splits the difference, so a more raw experience than I am used to enjoying now. Nothing wrong with that.
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I saw the all leather interior last night. The switch gear reminds me of an 430. Really surprising. It feels very special inside, yet extremely simple. |
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If you're just looking for a weekend toy with some comfort as opposed to a all out track machine you should really check out - now bear with me and read on- the new Fiat Spider. It's not really a Fiat. It's the new Miata which I think most would agree is a great drivers car but with Italian designed coach work. Current one is ok, BUT next year they're bringing out an Abarth. With that's right, you guessed it, the 4C engine in it.
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IMHO, the M2 is a way better car for the following reasons:
- 6 cylinders vs 4 cylinders (not to mention M2 performance >>> Alfa 4C) - 4 seats vs 2 seats - M2 comes fully loaded (vs Alfa requires many options to be added) - M2 price Not to mention that Alfa finition is really cheap: - wheel gap is awful - interior/radio looks out of Radio Shack I was really disappointed by Alfa to present a poor quality car in North America for their return (does 4C stands for 4cheap?!?) I would only go for the Alfa if I was looking for an affordable Italian sports car (ie could not afford Ferrari, Lambos or Maserati) or for the sound the car would make. |
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