My old 240sx has far worst handling and chassis compared to the new FRS-BRZ, but I still like it a whole lot more cuz..........POP-UP HEADLIGHTS FTMFW!!!
...that and a whole lot cheaper to fix/replace if I run into crap onto track.
Lastly, if the FRS came out last year instead of the Z, I would've bought the FR-S instead regardless of its price because I want a "sporty" feeling car and the mustang is just on the "big" side during that time period. The Z is a little more true for current gen sport car demand than the FR-S, but lack of trunk space and rear seats make it a huge annoyance afterwards as a daily driver.