Audi S7

More than just a stunningly beautiful face, the S7 is the performance version of the A7. It packs a punch thanks to its 420-hp, 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 that’s also used by Bentley. A seven-speed automatic and all-wheel drive are standard. The S7 feels much lighter than it really is, with fluid driving characteristics and remarkable poise. What’s more, the elegant interior receives high marks. But there’s a dilemma: Should you buy this superb car or hold out for the bahn-burning 560-hp RS