I've just bought my very first cheapie touring car with a wheel on the basis that, never having felt particularly comfortable or been particularly good with an XBox/PS2 controller, I can't see why I'd be any better with sticks. I haven't had it very long and haven't had the chance to use it as much as I'd like but it feels pretty natural. I'm a newbie with absolutely no experience so may not be qualified to comment but, having been down to my local club a few times (where sticks rule), and listened to the cars as they whiz around it seems to me that a smoother, more integrated use of the steering/throttle must surely be achievable with a wheel.
I suppose that, already having ingrained stick habits, the learning curve for a wheel may be steeper than for an absolute beginner but I'd go with your instinct and give a wheel a good try.
It's also just occurred to me to ask if the type of racing you intend to do should influence your choice? Would anyone care to comment on whether one or other type of transmitter is better for on or off road running or a particular class of vehicle?
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