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Originally Posted by KoenG
I agree that a RWD car makes you feel more in the center of action. It requires a more ripped and awake driver that is constantly ready for the lurking counter lock. But even when you are, the AWD will outgun you on most tracks. At least, when you're not Damon Hill or Micheal Schumacher.
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The traction advantage is pretty much only an issue at rather low speed on a dry tarmac track. On most of the track, you can put your foot down without sliding. The extra weight and drivetrain loss will be more of an issue than the missing traction for most drivers, I think.
On ice or a wet and twisty track, the AWD car should have an advantage.
Back in the days when I was driving an E30 318iS, it was pretty evenly matched against the all wheel drive E30 325iX, despite having 34 hp less power.