I just recently asked about the different Bf 109 variants and their differences, now I need to do the same with the Spitfire.
I know the Spit 1 has the negative-g stall, the Mk V has not nearly enough cannon ammo, the Mk 9 is nicely rounded, the Mk 14 is a beast to handle, and the Mk 16 is stupidly maneuverable with a crazy roll rate and is generally deadly.
Other than that, I know pretty much nothing. I have heard, however, that the Mk 8 is preferred by the "pros", whatever that means.
Spit 16 is still my best plane, averaging a whopping 0.75/1 kill ratio right now.
I know if it ain't broke I shouldn't fix it, but what's the deal with the different versions anyways?