In about twelve seconds from a standing start, my 350Z will get me to "lose your license" speeds. Even if I had an automatic transmission, I would still never be able to get the "most" out of the car without taking it to the track. Anyway, I agree that manual transmissions are outdated and sequential shift should be standard equipment on sports cars. Motorcycles have had clutchless shifting forever, why not cars?

OTOH, I live out in the country and about 5 miles of my commute is on winding gravel roads. Turn off Traction Control and I have a blast without ever exceeding the speed limit!