WHICH IS MY LOUDEST CAR? TESTING COLD STARTS WITH A DECIBEL METER

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This video presents a compelling experiment to determine the loudest car cold starts within the "Shmeemobiles" collection. The reviewer, Tim, meticulously measures decibel levels for a diverse range of vehicles, from a humble Renault Clio to high-performance supercars like the Lamborghini Huracan STO and Aston Martin Vantage GT8. Notably, the electric Porsche Taycan Turbo S registers the quietest at around 61 decibels on startup, highlighting the stark contrast with internal combustion engines. The review effectively showcases the dramatic increase in sound levels with performance-oriented cars, particularly those with aftermarket exhausts. While the GT8 and STO are exceptionally loud factory cars, the Ferrari 812 GTS with a Novitec exhaust delivers a surprisingly potent idle sound. The video successfully quantifies subjective loudness, providing a clear, albeit ear-splitting, ranking of the vehicles tested.