BMW M3 vs Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG
| Category | S63 AMG | BMW M3 (E90) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.2 l V8 | 4.0 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 525 / 518 | 420 / 414 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 630 / 465 | 400 / 295 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 2070 / 4564 | 1659 / 3657 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 254 / 250 | 253 / 250 |
Lap Times
| Track | S63 AMG | BMW M3 (E90) |
|---|---|---|
| Kyalami GP (1994–2009) | 2:11.20 | 2:05.70 |
| Sachsenring | 1:45.71 | 1:40.60 |
Performance
| Category | S63 AMG | BMW M3 (E90) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.2 s | 1.9 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.6 s | 4.5 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 17.3 s | 15.6 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 12.7 s | 11.1 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.3 s | 9.9 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.0 s @ 94.4 mph | 9.0 s @ 95.1 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.4 s | 12.7 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 283 kph (176 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.68 g (7 m/s²) | 0.66 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | S63 AMG | BMW M3 (E90) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 87 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 78 | 100 |
| Overall | 84 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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