When developing the 599, Ferrari wanted to create a “21st-century F40.”
It has done that and then some - we can’t think of another car on sale with a better claim to being the greatest production supercar in the world.
Sport specification sharpens the IS, but can't raise it to the level of communication offered by the BMW 320d. The bigger wheels hurt refinement a little, too.
The Brooke Double R is cheaper than a Caterham CSR, just as quick and a huge amount of fun. Offset pedals are the only downside - apart from the lack of a roof.
The Sky isn't quite as agile as an MX-5, but its ride is better and its engine torquier. This bodes well for the Europe-only Opel GT, due for launch with 260bhp next year.
Slotting a 6.2-litre V8 into the CLK results in a car that's faster to 60mph than a Lamborghini Countach, but the Merc doesn't involve you in its huge capabilities as a 911 would. And a Carrera S costs the same.
