Unlike most mid-engine vehicles, the Ford GT is actually quite forgiving from a "drifting" perspective. Now I'm not suggesting owners casually go out and try to get the car "slideways," because it can -- and will -- get away from you if you don't know what you're doing. Just check out wreckedexotics.com and click on "Ford GT40" if you don't believe me. But compared to the typical mid-engine vehicle the GT is easy to manage, even when the rear end steps out...
Much of that comes from the car's excellent chassing tuning, but the precise and communicative steering system also helps out. Even the steering wheel itself holds up its end of the bargain. The diameter of the wheel is perfect for gripping when it's time to rapidly, yet prudently, change directional input. And because it resides on a tilt and telescoping steering column it's also easy to position for maximum control. Ford even did a commendable job of styling the wheel -- not an easy task in the age of mandated airbags.
Karl Brauer, Editor in Chief, Edmunds.com @ 6,212 miles
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