A:AnswerYes.
I like it better because you do not have the distractions from the room you are watching it in while you play.
It is much more intimate and engaging. And driving in first person with the VR goggles is awesome. Even though you don't have the real VR experience.
A:AnswerIn a word yes.
And it is nice to start with 2 million dollars and the plethora of free clothes, vehicles, houses etc you get with this version.
Happy gaming.