The Lexus RC-F is aging like a fine wine

With every progression that technology ushers in, there are some regressions too.

With the advent of turbocharging and a clampdown on vehicle emissions, many hi-po V8 engines lost their voices. Stymied by exhaust-driven turbines at the start of their exhaust systems, the turbocharged V8 – despite sharing the same cylinder count – feels like a different thing to a naturally aspirated one.

Where turbo V8s have a bulky and short low-down torque band, the N/A contemporary has a bright and broad spectrum of power delivery. The old-school V8 is more linear and offers greater pleasure when pressed to the redline.

Then there’s the induction-heavy and ferocious exhaust noises. The sound of a chunky V8 engine is unmistakable, and naturally aspirated engines are destined to be remembered as the quintessential tough sports car.

Mix in some bulletproof Toyota reliability, and the RC F strokes both your emotional and your rational side.