MotorMouths

The Ferrari 599 GTO is a flat-out amazing handling machine.
Ferrari will only build 599 examples of the GTO, and apparently all are spoken for. If you’re ever lucky enough to see one in person, relish the moment.

The seventh-generation Porsche 911 Turbo features the first truly new engine in the model’s 35-year history. Result? A car that is greatly improved, and could very well be the most “livable” supercar in the world.

Few would deny the Lexus LS 460 is a very nice luxury sedan. But just the same, very few would classify it in the same league as the sports-sedan-stalwart BMW 750i. Well, that’s about to change.

The GT-R remains what it was when it entered the market five years ago: an engineering masterpiece of a supercar that you can drive every day, in the vein of the Audi R8 and Porsche 911 Turbo, albeit for considerably less money than the Germans.

I only have small grievances with Porsche 911 Turbo that is greatly improved and could very well be the most “livable” supercar in the world.

The GT-R remains what it was when it entered the market five years ago: an engineering masterpiece of a supercar that you can drive every day, for considerably less money than the Germans. And with each year’s evolution it becomes ever more capable and, more importantly, fun to drive.

The 2012 Mercedes C-Class Coupe features strong, smooth engines, terrific handling and superb fit and finish. Further, its sharp, sporty styling should go a long way toward attracting the younger target groups that Mercedes is seeking.

The 2013 Lexus GS 350 is an impressive redesign. It’s a Lexus that driving enthusiasts can get excited about. More than just promises, it’s actually fun to drive. It can do smooth and quiet, or serious and sporty: your choice.

The new LP570-4 Superleggera is nothing less than the most track-focused Gallardo yet. The stiff suspension, sticky tires and extra downforce give the Superleggera incredible roadholding abilities, meaning you have to go very fast before the car even breaks a sweat.

In the 2012 BMW Z4 sDrive28i, you’re getting a slightly quicker, more fuel-efficient and ever-so-slightly more exciting two-seat sports car. Not a bad deal, right?

With more efficient engine choices, a nicer interior, sportier handling manners, unique available features and a new look that’s sure to grab some stares, the 2013 Ford Escape is better in every way than the vehicle it replaces.

Dynamically, the 2012 Acura TL is the same stirring-to-drive performance sedan as before, only now with an extra gear and improved fuel economy. Not bad for a car with so much horsepower and a sizable interior.