Templar has a highly modified Impreza 2.5RS.

I have a mostly stock '94 SVX LSi AWD.


And yes, the stock SVX can more than keep up with a WRX in the twisties as long as you are comfortable with EXTREME body roll. The limits of grip are quite high and breakaway is very predictable when using good tires. I was actually on sporty all seasons (Bridgestone Potenza RE950s) and was able to match WRXs who were running very sticky summer tires (Falken Azenis).

Kent and I are suspecting that an SVX with a PROPERLY sorted suspension should be able to stomp all over the WRX in terms of ultimate handling balance on asphalt. Properly sorted in our terms involves a true coilover suspension system (FLATT or Aragosta probably), uprated bushings everywhere, adjustable strut top mounts ("camber plates"), and a proper lightweight 17" wheel and tire package.

Brakes are also a necessity, we're researching whether Stoptech can adapt their WRX kit to the SVX by changing the center "hat" of the 13.8" rotor to one with the proper backspacing and bolt pattern.