The Top Gear lap time is a double-entry. 1:26.5 damp is for (e92) M3 CP and not regular e92 M3.
BMW M3 vs BMW M3 Competition Package
| Category | BMW M3 (E92) | M3 Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 4.0 l V8 | 4.0 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 420 / 414 | 420 / 414 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 400 / 295 | 400 / 295 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1628 / 3589 | 1617 / 3565 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 258 / 255 | 260 / 256 |
Lap Times
Performance
| Category | BMW M3 (E92) | M3 Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.3 s | 4.2 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 15.2 s | 15.3 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 10.9 s | 11.1 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.2 s | 3.9 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 9.4 s | 9.4 s |
| 0 - 150 mph | 23.9 s | 24.6 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.0 s @ 95.1 mph | 8.7 s @ 97.6 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 12.4 s @ 114.3 mph | 12.4 s @ 114.3 mph |
| Top speed | 280 kph (174 mph) | 280 kph (174 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.65 g (6 m/s²) | 0.74 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | BMW M3 (E92) | M3 Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 99 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 97 | 100 |
| Overall | 98 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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Meero 11y ago
I've driven both RS5 and M3 CP, I find the M3 CP faster with DCT, although RS5 has its moments and some good power delivery in corners. I'd go with the M3 though. For looks, I prefer the RS5.
Julle85 13y ago
@Fastestlaps.
Why M3 Competition Package win in straight line speed and gets 280 points?
And if compare to Audi RS5 and M3 C P between, M3 CP gets more points than RS5 get.
https://fastestlaps.com/comparisons/bmw_m3_competition_package-vs-audi_rs_5.html
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