The experts at Road & Track note that the center of gravity on the Subaru BRZ "is lower than a Ferrari 458 Italia's, and its polar moment of inertia is lower than that of a Porsche Cayman S, achieved with the help of short body overhangs front and rear, and a radiator tilted rearward to minimize height." So after sifting through the specs, they admit the Japanese production model has created a lot of buzz and they look forward to the U.S. version.

From the strong torque numbers to the direct-injected engine, Road & Track says the Subaru BRZ "has…