BMW M5 CS vs Aston Martin DB12 | Llandow Laps | Episode 1: Grand Tourers-ish

Collecting Cars

28 Jan 202413:18

Summary

TLDRThis script details a new car review series comparing rival vehicles in head-to-head 'grudge matches' to determine the fastest factory-spec GT cars. In the first matchup, Chris Harris pits the new Aston Martin DB12 against the BMW M5 CS on a wet track. Despite less power, the BMW's all-wheel drive system gives it substantially more grip, allowing it to set a much quicker lap by 1.7 seconds. Though conditions were unfair for the rear-wheel drive Aston, Harris declares the BMW the best GT car in the world for its shocking performance packaged in a practical 5-series body.

Takeaways

😀 The host introduces a new series comparing the speeds of rival cars in grudge matches
🚗 The first matchup is between an Aston Martin DB12 and a BMW M5 CS
🏎️ The cars will be driven by the host on a wet track at Llandow in Wales
🎥 A speed trap camera is set up to measure the cars' top speeds on the straight
🚘 The heavy BMW has less power than the Aston Martin but is 4WD, which helps in the wet
🚗 The Aston Martin struggles for grip but handles well considering its size and power
🚀 The BMW feels incredibly fast thanks to its 4WD system and engine response
🏁 The BMW M5 CS beats the Aston Martin by 1.7 seconds with a lap time of 49.24 seconds
👍 The host praises the BMW as the best GT car, not just here but in the world
📺 The host signs off and invites viewers to stay tuned for more grudge matches

Q & A

What is the premise of the video series?
-The premise is to compare the performance of rival sports cars in head-to-head grudge matches to determine which is the fastest.
Who will be driving the cars?
-The host of the show will be driving all the cars.
What two cars are featured in this episode?
-The Aston Martin DB11 and the BMW M5 CS.
How does the host describe the BMW M5 CS?
-He says it's the best GT car he's ever driven, even though it looks like an ordinary BMW 5 Series.
What weather condition affected the track test?
-Rain the morning of filming made the track wet, which was not ideal for testing the limits of the GT cars.
How did the BMW perform in the wet conditions?
-The BMW's all-wheel drive system allowed it to find impressive grip and acceleration even in the slippery conditions.
What was the difference in lap times between the two cars?
-The BMW M5 CS was 1.7 seconds faster than the Aston Martin DB11.
Which car does the host say is the prettier of the two?
-He says the Aston Martin DB11 is prettier.
What does the host credit for the BMW's strong performance?
-He says the M5 CS's all-wheel drive system gives it a significant advantage, especially in the wet conditions.
What does the host conclude about the BMW M5 CS?
-He concludes it is not just the fastest car at the track that day, but the fastest car in the world.