Well... I see so many Minis here that I thought to show someone what this little cars are capable of...
Well, this page is from a Mini with central VTEC engine, and rear wheel drive that outperforms a Boxster S!!
http://racetec.net/vtecmini.htm
And if you want to see how a FWD with Vtec Engine handles, I have a video of one at nurburgring, just need 42MB space to host it!