Why German & Japanese Cars Feel Different

Does a country's culture influence how its cars are designed and built? And are specs really all that matter? Let me know if you agree in the comments below.

🚗 Vehicle in This Video:
2016 Toyota GRMN86
MSRP: ¥6,480,000 (approximately $54,000 USD at the time)
MPG: Not officially rated, but estimated around 18 city / 24 highway
Engine: 2.0L FA20-GR Inline-4 with D-4S direct and port fuel injection
Output: 219 horsepower @ 7,300 rpm, 217 Nm (160 lb-ft) of torque @ 5,200 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Dimensions:
Length: 4290 mm (168.9 inches)
Width: 1775 mm (69.9 inches)
Height: 1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase: 2570 mm (101.2 inches)

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Driving vs Car Enthusiast
02:17 Specs vs Experience
04:26 Car Culture In Each Country
06:20 Japanese Culture
07:49 Essence of Driving
09:38 Refining Preferences
11:03 Final Thoughts

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