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0two9 said:
Oh wow, BURN Devo!!! Anyway, this means very little to nothing (0-100 ish times) oh well. Anyone these days can make a car go very fast, I am interested in how it handles... and the braking times SHOW how well the car will handle.
Seems to me that many individuals who have been saying that an RS4 is better need to rethink a few things. (Keep in mind, I don't think a RS4 is a good comparison for the M3...)
I additionally don't think a 911 is a good comparison for the M3 either. In my own humble opinion, if I was on the track and I had an option (911 or New M3)... I would take the 911 every time (it's a sports car...a proper one). The M3 to me is a luxury but sporty 3 series.
The M3 CSL is a different beast... but the M3 is for the people that want more power, but don't necassarily want a larger car to get it. Essentially most buyers of an M3 have considered a Porsche or AMG CLK or C class ... to that extent even a 545 (these days a 550) or a an E550 --- but bigger doesn't mean better. So what is a decent size and has alot of power and handles well but doesn't beat you up too badly when driving to work? the M3 or a porsche 911.
I prefer the 911S to the M3; although given the choice between a base 911 and the E92 M3, I'd go M3.
I find it funny how some members discredit the M3 just because it's not a PORSCHE. I am not saying that you are, but that sentiment has ben very prevelant.
Personally, one of the virtues of the M was it's price point relative to the performance it supplied. Unfortunately, the new M is likely to approach 911 territory. If that happens, it's a no brainer, for me.
Lastly, the M has been clocked faster than the 911S 0-100 mph.
It's not a Porsche 911, but it's an impressive car, that deserves repect.