Racing is all about traction - tires and set-up (Suspension and aero included).
Driver skill is a distant third to the two above. There are plenty examples of this.
In regards to old vs new (458 Italia vs Kirkham):
Its been done... Well sort of. No twisty bits on the track but hey... It was a hoot anyway:
Drag race - Kirkham 65 side-oiler vs Ferrari 458 italia
[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PW0qpOdRNp4[/ame]
[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTf0bj7Ho0U[/ame]
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If I wanted a street cobra that I could track Tommy gave you a good list in post #4
Start there, and let your budget guide you.
Best wishes