Video: Lotus Elise, BMW Z1, Honda S200 - Top Gear
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Jeremy Clarkson compares a couple of ultra lightweight roadsters in this episode of Top Gear. He starts of by introducing us to his wife's BMW Z1, a Lotus Elise, and a Honda S2000. He throws out a question for the viewer - are they actually better than the Z1?
While all 3 cars put down their power at the rear wheels, this is where the details end - each car has its own interesting quirks. The BMW Z1 shares an axel uses in the 850 coupe, the Lotus Elise is mid engine and has an exterior made of "plastic", and the Honda S2000 has a fantastic engine that has an astronomical 9000 RPM.
While the Honda is most about its engine, the Lotus is about its superior handling, and the BMW Z1 is all about looking good while cruising down the road. While we are used to seeing performance tests that involve laps around the Top Gear track, these cars are held to a different criteria today. Is it possible for a girl in a skirt to get in the car without revealing the color of her underwear? Check out which car will fail the test, as well as Jeremy's choice for the all around winner!
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10/12/2008
