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In the automotive world, this year's sports cars are quite simply amazing. And while there's been plenty of conversation about the top supercars this year, there's been a bit less discussion about the more attainable street cars.

Cars like the all-new BMW M4 and Lexus RC F that are direct competitors.

Although both products have different methods to their madness, they both are meant to do the same thing. Go really fast on the street and put a toothy smile across your face.

So, who's better? Well, we'll let YOU decide after taking a look at Motor Trend's recent story.

Though we're sure you'll know who wins, we wager you'll be surprised just how narrow the margin of victory is.

All that said, check out the FULL story by clicking "Read Article" below!


...Alas, the M4 remains the faster car in our tests. Its less-frustrating-than-before-but-still-more-complicated-than-it-should-be launch control and broader torque band help it pass the quarter mile 0.5 second and 5.6 mph faster than the Lexus. The same goes for braking and road holding. The BMW gets more power out of its Michelins and optional carbon-ceramic brakes, stopping 9 feet shorter from 60 mph. It also completes its figure-eight lap 0.7 second faster and generates 0.04g higher average lateral grip in the process.

While the test numbers give the M4 the edge, the real world proves more of a level playing field. If you forget the numbers, you'll have a great time in either car...

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What becomes apparent is that when pushed, the BMW drives like the Lexus looks, and vice versa. The M4 certainly feels faster—a product of its lower weight and meaty, torque-filled powerband—but the RC F remains no less satisfying. It's also easier to approach; you feel like you can reach its limits after two turns. It offers stability in surplus, dropping the challenge of high-speed corners but not the fun. Its torque deficit and weight surplus only become apparent in tight second-gear corners where you have to wait for the engine to get back up to speed. Drifts are available but don't come on unless provoked. When prodded, the RC F happily produces tire smoke...



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