DBS/DB9 vs. F430 vs. R8 vs. Gallardo
#20
We can't answer this.
Drive them both and then decide.
I don't really care for the DB9. It is beautiful, luxurious, and a great tourer... But that is it. The DBS is breath-taking, has more power mated to a 6MT, and a nicer interior. Worth the upgrade? Maybe; I would not consider a DB9.
The F430 is a different animal. More visceral, faster, agile, louder, eye-catching, etc. Can you drive it daily? Yes, people do. But it can be a handful.
Actually, the R8 sounds like the best bet for you since it seems to blend the F430 with the DB9 the best. Too bad you aren't fond of it's looks. I think it's gorgeous.
The Gallardo is basically an R8.. but a little sportier. Also a great choice if you don't like the R8's looks.
Drive them both and then decide.
I don't really care for the DB9. It is beautiful, luxurious, and a great tourer... But that is it. The DBS is breath-taking, has more power mated to a 6MT, and a nicer interior. Worth the upgrade? Maybe; I would not consider a DB9.
The F430 is a different animal. More visceral, faster, agile, louder, eye-catching, etc. Can you drive it daily? Yes, people do. But it can be a handful.
Actually, the R8 sounds like the best bet for you since it seems to blend the F430 with the DB9 the best. Too bad you aren't fond of it's looks. I think it's gorgeous.
The Gallardo is basically an R8.. but a little sportier. Also a great choice if you don't like the R8's looks.
#21
I was in the same dilemma deciding between the F430 scud, R8 GT, Gallardo, and the DBS.
The looks of the R8 just wasn't for me (inside it felt too much like my wifes VW), and the Gallardo was just too much of an attention hound. The scud was a missile and was an awesome performance machine, but it was just a little much for anything but performance driving. The DBS was a wonderful touring car, but it did feel a little heavy and not quite as sport oriented as I prefer.
When I finally test drove the V12V, it was almost instantaneous as the car for me. The fact that it was a 6 speed manual was also an added benefit.
No matter what you choose they're all exquisite vehicles, and I'm sure you will be happy (unless your like me, and will be bored after only a couple of years ).
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