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BMW M3 vs Audi RS4 Avant
| Category | BMW M3 (E36) | Audi RS4 Avant (B5) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.2 l R6 | 2.7 l V6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 321 / 317 | 380 / 375 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 350 / 258 | 440 / 325 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1495 / 3296 | 1686 / 3717 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 215 / 212 | 225 / 222 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW M3 (E36) | Audi RS4 Avant (B5) |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:17.20 | 1:18.20 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:22.00 | 8:25.00 |
| Phillip Island | 1:57.82 | 1:55.69 |
Performance
| Category | BMW M3 (E36) | Audi RS4 Avant (B5) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.5 s | 4.7 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 20.1 s | 15.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 14.6 s | 11.7 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.5 s | 11.0 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.6 s @ 88.9 mph | 9.1 s @ 94.4 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.9 s | 13.0 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 274 kph (170 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.57 g (6 m/s²) | 0.65 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | BMW M3 (E36) | Audi RS4 Avant (B5) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 295 | 294 |
| Straight line speed | 640 | 871 |
| Total | 934 | 1166 |
Verdict
RS4 Avant is the fastest by a small margin.
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