Completely true. Just race him, even if you lose. I've lost horribly to M3's, Supra's, Lambo's, and many others, but also beaten really old American musclecars (he kept spinning at the line), 3-series bmw's, and many other cars that i wouldn't think i would beat on the street.

Good luck, and keep it safe no matter what. just uh...get ready to lose.