However, although generally quicker than his predecessor Alain Prost in relation to Senna in qualifying (he often qualified 2nd behind Senna), he was rarely able to match the Brazilian's pace during races.
Con todo, aínda que xeralmente era máis rápido que o seu predecesor Alain Prost en relación a Senna na clasificación (a miúdo cualificaba segundo detrás de Senna), rara vez era capaz de igualar o ritmo do brillante brasileiro durante as carreiras.