Do exotic cars deserve the bragging rights they claim?

[samandiar]

Alright, that's it. I'm gonna go buy a brand new Z06 right now. Oh yeah, that's right, I have no money

[UncleBob]

very exotic cars have some special considerations. They don't have to pass any emissions standards, economy standards, or most other standards, as long as they don't sell enough in the US. This loop hole allows them to tune the car very aggressively, which craps on the mileage.

All the american sport cars are still following the guidelines, they are also usually lower revving engines, which also assists in acheiving reasonable mileage.

Being in the power band does not create the best mileage. Look at any high revving, high curving power band engine to see the error in that assumption.