What are the handling differences between FWD and RWD vehicles?

FWD vehicles tend toward understeer (front wheels lose grip first during cornering) because the front tires handle both steering and driving forces. They offer better traction in slippery conditions due to weight over driven wheels and are more space-efficient. RWD vehicles provide better weight distribution, more neutral handling, and can exhibit oversteer. RWD is preferred for performance cars as it separates steering and driving functions between axles.