There is no definitive answer to questions like this, True, but that is why the question was asked so he could get responses. which are somewhat pointless in nature. There is never a pointless question
Someone that can't drive a manual transmission would usually be faster with a Kia with an automatic than a sports car with a stick. There are
far too many variables involved to give a universal answer - and for the most part the people that ask these questions would usually benefit more from practice, more practice, and more practice more than switching brands or buying any specific brand. Quality questions.. sure, durability questions... yep. Fastest though? Meh.