I don't think it's always about being faster, I've always called cars fast based on what they are and what they do. A CRX SI is a fast car for a small Honda hatchback and handles great for a FWD economy car, that doesn't mean it's FAST compared to say a RX-7.

Sometimes building a car should be about beating your own goals, setting different levels for that car, and not worrying about who says what and being fastest overall.