[spleen_merchant]

If you view the SVX as a race car, you'll be disappointed.
I've had to drive a whole bunch of late model cars for work reasons, and the SVX doesn't feel gutless in comparison at all, probably on par with lateish base model V6 sedans (Falcon's, Commodores) but with much better road feel. Gutless in comparison to a modern sporty car maybe, but still good amongst your average every day cars, a whole lot more interesting and enjoyable in every other regard though.