Video of 1 M Coupé vs. E92 M3, E36 M3 & Z4 M Coupé

3Bimmer1994 · 07-30-2011, 07:58 PM

wow now that i think about it, it actually makes sense 1M very very light. great car but is it really worth the price?

HALOTHANE · 07-30-2011, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Diver

The 1m is faster than a V8 M3 only on short tracks.

1 That is entirely the point of the 1M. M3 shows its dominance on one type of road course, while the 1M complements the BMW M lineup by dominating short, winding tracks. Why would they make 2 cars that share the same strengths? That contradicts any reasonable marketing strategy. Different cars, different strengths, different demographics. Ever wonder why the Cayman is deliberately underpowered in comparison to the 911?

PKumarM3 · 07-30-2011, 10:03 PM

the nurburgring times are all we need to know which is the more "capable" car, because at the end of the day, thats all we really are buying - capabilities.

Faust · 07-30-2011, 10:03 PM

I think the language is dutch.

They are all awesome but Z4M Coupe is a masterpiece!!!

96OCTNE · 07-30-2011, 11:17 PM

Where's the M5 M6 X5M and X6M? I mean we're trying to show that the 1M is the fastest drag ///M car right? These 0-60/100 races are dumb. They're not muscle cars.

UsualSuspect · 07-30-2011, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Romo

Let me explain, I drove the E92 M3 (which is my own car )

A few remarks;

1 Speed wasn`t that high at the end, maybe around 100-120 km/h

2 Andre is a well known Pro-Driver, I`m just an amateur in that respect

3 Andre did step on it just a little bit early, or I just a little bit late

As I did drive both cars I would say that until 200km/h there will be no shocking difference, after that drag is a serious componant and the M3 with obvious more HP will walk away.........

Great video! Thanks, I wish it was dubbed in english. Why isn't there a E46 M3 in this comparison?

MCE · 07-31-2011, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Faust

I think the language is dutch.

You're absolutely right. Check out all license plates!!!NL[COLOR="Black"]

MCE · 07-31-2011, 12:39 AM

Here is a quick reminder to all e92 M3 haters!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99cUdMdPoLI

Romo · 07-31-2011, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Faust

I think the language is dutch.

They are all awesome but Z4M Coupe is a masterpiece!!!

It is Dutch alright.............

Straight line speed, Autobahn speed if you like, the M3 will be the better car, more HP, >wheelbase therfore more comfort.....smoother ride in generall
On the otherhand, if you like twisty roads, more nimbleness, much more agile overall driving fun, there can be only one, 1M that is..............with the monster torque at low RPM it will also be faster on these roads.

After the E46 M3 and my current E92 M3 (The black one in the video), the 1M is comming next weekend, I`m realy looking forward to it.......

If I`ll feel like >7K RPM I`ll take the S1000RR for a ride.......that will do the job just fine......

All great cars, that is all what I have to say..........

OdomPHD · 07-31-2011, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romo

It is Dutch alright.............

Straight line speed, Autobahn speed if you like, the M3 will be the better car, more HP, >wheelbase therfore more comfort.....smoother ride in generall
On the otherhand, if you like twisty roads, more nimbleness, much more agile overall driving fun, there can be only one, 1M that is..............with the monster torque at low RPM it will also be faster on these roads.

After the E46 M3 and my current E92 M3 (The black one in the video), the 1M is comming next weekend, I`m realy looking forward to it.......

If I`ll feel like >7K RPM I`ll take the S1000RR for a ride.......that will do the job just fine......

All great cars, that is all what I have to say..........

TY for the great post, Romo & gang

And enjoy that 1M! If they were still being built in 2014 (my next purchase date) I would buy one. But alas, it looks like I'm stuck with the F32. Maybe by 2014 BMW NA will at least let me paint it Valencia Orange??!! haha

mshab356 · 07-31-2011, 01:19 AM

What an M-mazing video!

RobLS · 07-31-2011, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romo

It is Dutch alright.............

Straight line speed, Autobahn speed if you like, the M3 will be the better car, more HP, >wheelbase therfore more comfort.....smoother ride in generall
On the otherhand, if you like twisty roads, more nimbleness, much more agile overall driving fun, there can be only one, 1M that is..............with the monster torque at low RPM it will also be faster on these roads.

After the E46 M3 and my current E92 M3 (The black one in the video), the 1M is comming next weekend, I`m realy looking forward to it.......

If I`ll feel like >7K RPM I`ll take the S1000RR for a ride.......that will do the job just fine......

All great cars, that is all what I have to say..........

Yeah, jealousy ensues right here for me. I want that bike, or at least a ride on that bike so bad. And maybe let me do a photo shoot as well

Toker335i · 07-31-2011, 02:41 AM

the 1M surprised me, not bad at all,
but a few more seconds of road and I'm sure the M3 would have surpassed the 1M fairly easy..

Both great cars none the less

snipe · 07-31-2011, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by UsualSuspect

Why isn't there a E46 M3 in this comparison?

The photographer drove an E46 M3, but he went home before we could finish the video. But we also thought we had enough cars; 4 cars in a few minutes is pretty much already.
We were thinking of other cars, like the 135i (because people are saying an 1M is just a 135i with some extra power), 130i (because it used to be the best choice), Audi RS3 (obvious) or a Renault Megane RS (faster on the Nürburgring). But again, it would be too much.

Anyway, comparing the E46 with the 1M wouldn't make a difference. Our favourites were the 1M and the Z4, because they are light and have the best handling. An E46 is heavier, but I would prefer it over an E92 (too heavy and comfy).

roundle · 07-31-2011, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Faust

I think the language is dutch.

Correct.

ChrisBuer · 07-31-2011, 03:16 AM

Wow, there is a lot of anger on this thread

I didn't post the video to cause arguments, but rather to show a good comparison of the M cars.

I simply do not get all of the M3 drivers getting annoyed and agitated at the 1M owners and visa versa. They are totally different cars and built for different purposes.

I drove both an e92 M3 and a 1M a few weeks ago back to back and personally I preferred the 1M. Why? Well I've always picked smaller, more nimble cars (I currently have a Lotus Exige) and through the country lanes, the 1M for me was more fun to drive. I preferred it's turn in and handling, whereas the M3 (for me!) felt a bit too large.

Now that's not to say that M3 is a bad car. Far from it, I liked it, but it wasn't for me. Which is faster? Does it matter? Do I care about "Ring" times? No, not at all. All I want is something that is unique, rare, interesting to drive and has great performance. For the sorts of roads I drive the car in the UK, they are mainly country lanes and B Roads. However in America, I can see that something like the M3 might appeal more as the majority of your roads are straight compared to ours here in the UK which are more twisty (obviously depends where you live in the US).

Anyway, I think both cars are great but like I say, it depends on what you want. If you want something really quick in a straight line, buy a new M5! However, I don't see M5 drivers rubbishing the M3 saying it's slow and rubbish. Again they are different cars!

Alexey · 07-31-2011, 03:28 AM

Yesterday I made run of Race Logic
0-100 4.87
1\4 13.11

Nang Vann · 07-31-2011, 05:07 AM

Farrr....nice video!

pride355 · 07-31-2011, 05:45 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Diver

The 1m is faster than a V8 M3 only on short tracks.

IMO, the M3 needs to go on a serious diet, to be taken legitimately though, as any more HP gains are irrelevant, because more HP does nothing without usable traction

Shost · 07-31-2011, 07:57 AM

Yes I work in East London and at the mo just live outside. But looking to move in.

My car will be C Charge exempt so I'm up for meeting. Once the car is here of course!

@Aussie, I was just near you it seems
this morning. Would have popped in for tea.

Shost · 07-31-2011, 08:13 AM

Sort of. I work in East London. Just moved out of London six months ago but looking to move back in soon.

We should meet in central! My car will be Congestion Charge exempt!

@Aussie. I was in London Bridge this am. I could have popped in for a tea!

Aussie_in_London · 07-31-2011, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Shost

Yes I work in East London and at the mo just live outside. But looking to move in.

My car will be C Charge exempt so I'm up for meeting. Once the car is here of course!

@Aussie, I was just near you it seems
this morning. Would have popped in for tea.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shost

Sort of. I work in East London. Just moved out of London six months ago but looking to move back in soon.

We should meet in central! My car will be Congestion Charge exempt!

@Aussie. I was in London Bridge this am. I could have popped in for a tea!

I think your meaning this thread

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=565998

but you have done a good job breaking up the usual 'hostility' you usually see whenever 1M & M3 are referenced in the same thread

You should have dropped in for a run and a gym session mate, that's what my morning was made up of lol

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ChrisBuer Captain 69 Rep 632 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Wow, there is a lot of anger on this thread I didn't post the video to cause arguments, but rather to show a good comparison of the M cars. I simply do not get all of the M3 drivers getting annoyed and agitated at the 1M owners and visa versa. They are totally different cars and built for different purposes. I drove both an e92 M3 and a 1M a few weeks ago back to back and personally I preferred the 1M. Why? Well I've always picked smaller, more nimble cars (I currently have a Lotus Exige) and through the country lanes, the 1M for me was more fun to drive. I preferred it's turn in and handling, whereas the M3 (for me!) felt a bit too large. Now that's not to say that M3 is a bad car. Far from it, I liked it, but it wasn't for me. Which is faster? Does it matter? Do I care about "Ring" times? No, not at all. All I want is something that is unique, rare, interesting to drive and has great performance. For the sorts of roads I drive the car in the UK, they are mainly country lanes and B Roads. However in America, I can see that something like the M3 might appeal more as the majority of your roads are straight compared to ours here in the UK which are more twisty (obviously depends where you live in the US). Anyway, I think both cars are great but like I say, it depends on what you want. If you want something really quick in a straight line, buy a new M5! However, I don't see M5 drivers rubbishing the M3 saying it's slow and rubbish. Again they are different cars!
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