Just because something appeals to the masses does not make it good.
Also, technically the masses drive contours and rental cars. Not 350z's and evo's. The masses > tuner crowd.
As far as saying those cars are better performers than contours, stock for stock. That may be true, but as far as aftermarket looks, I bet alot of people would agree that a stock SVT is better looking than some of those "aftermarket" cars.