JoeRockhead:
bluelines:
Domination by the 911. 80hp down and with manual gearbox. WTF! How much did BMW pay to stage such a silly comparison? The M4 won on rear seats and more features (deduct 12 points from the BMW and you get the sports car score instead of family car score).
If you don't count much faster acceleration, usable rear seats or value for money, the Porsche wins for sure.
Likewise, if you don't count much better brake/steer feel, handling, ride and above all fun to drive, then the BMW could be an option for sure
As I wrote, it is family car vs sports car. Deduct the family options and the BMW does not look that impressive anymore. Because it is nothing more than a high powered mass produced family car Yes, it accelerates faster and with 80hp advantage, 40% more torque and dual-clutch it should. Then again, If you want pure acceleration then there are plenty of US options that are fast(er) in a straight line.
I am very surprised a base Carrera with manual could put up such a fight against the new M3/M4 with dual-clutch. Is the BMW better value for money? Well, if you want family car the Porsche is the wrong choice. If you want a sports car it is the right choice.
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