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      11-12-2008, 05:06 PM   #19
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Originally Posted by MBrown1003 View Post
I'm assuming it's because of the superior balance of the Bimmers. Yes, the GTIs (I had two of them) had all-seasons, so that didn't help, but I've never been a fan of FWD, especially in bad weather.
I'd say that the all season's are the main reason for the difference in performance. Yes, BMWs have good traction in general, but there is no comparison between a car on snow tires and all seasons. All season are a poor comprimise for both summer and winter driving.
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