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The 928 was far more stable than the 911 and was not as prone to the lurid, tail-happy behavior of its rear-engine brethren.
This statement suggests the 911 is inferior in handling.

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That stability, however, made it far less nimble than a 911 or 914. The 928 was predictable and free of vices, but it felt more deliberate than sporty.
Here is the logic I interpret:
Stability means less nimble
Unstable 911 is more nimble.
Ok. but is that a good thing or a bad thing?

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The 928’s straight-line performance was excellent and its handling and braking needed no apologies, but it had none of the exhilaration of the contemporary 930.
Is "exhilaration" a euphemism for "unstable"
Many would consider the unstable car the inferior car, no?
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