I'd still take the C43 any day over the M3.
BMW M3 vs Mercedes-Benz C 43 AMG
| Category | C 43 AMG | BMW M3 (E36) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 4.3 l V8 | 3.2 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 306 / 302 | 321 / 317 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 410 / 302 | 350 / 258 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1518 / 3347 | 1497 / 3300 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 202 / 199 | 214 / 211 |
Lap Times
| Track | C 43 AMG | BMW M3 (E36) |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:19.50 | 1:17.20 |
| Jarama | 1:57.57 | 1:55.90 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:51.00 | 8:22.00 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | C 43 AMG | BMW M3 (E36) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.5 s | 5.5 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 25.4 s | 19.6 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 18.9 s | 14.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 14.9 s | 12.5 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.3 s @ 83.3 mph | 9.7 s @ 88.9 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.5 s @ 99.0 mph | 13.9 s |
General performance
| Category | C 43 AMG | BMW M3 (E36) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 260 kph (162 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.48 g (5 m/s²) | 0.56 g (6 m/s²) |
| Fuel economy | 12.4 l/100 km (19 mpg US / 23 UK) | 7.3 l/100 km (32 mpg US / 39 UK) |
Summary
| Category | C 43 AMG | BMW M3 (E36) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 91 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 68 | 100 |
| Overall | 81 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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