M3/M4 [Spy Shots] 2014 BMW M3 (Impressions, SpyPhotos, Renderings)
The BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3 Series, developed by BMW's in-house motorsport division, BMW M GmbH. M3 models have been produced for every generation of 3 Series since the E30 M3 was introduced in 1986.
The BMW M4 is a high-performance version of the BMW 4 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M, that has been built since 2014. As part of the renumbering that splits the coupé and convertible variants of the 3 Series into the 4 Series, the M4 replaced those variants of the BMW M3. Official website: BMW M
as7920
Autobahn Adventurer
Apart from the instrument cluster the production car won't be much different will it?
ACE
Autobahn Adventurer
Yeah, saw that on the other site. 500Nm is the same as the 1M and 100Nm less than the Alpina B3, I was expecting more.
I'm the biggest fan of the M4, but 425 hp??
I was half disappointed when I thought I would at least 450hp.
425hp does not seem right at all, hope is a mistake, or that the M4 handled as a catterham super 7.
Should be in the range from 450 to 460hp minimum to face new rivals ahead
I was half disappointed when I thought I would at least 450hp.
425hp does not seem right at all, hope is a mistake, or that the M4 handled as a catterham super 7.
Should be in the range from 450 to 460hp minimum to face new rivals ahead
SCOTT27
Lap Time Luminary
Anyone can give you numbers. This is all about obtaining a new level of precision through weight reduction.
This is where the genes of BMWi come into play and once again re-write the rules for this next generation of the other BMW sub-brand.
Beginning with the new icon for BMW M. The M4 Coupe.
This is where the genes of BMWi come into play and once again re-write the rules for this next generation of the other BMW sub-brand.
Beginning with the new icon for BMW M. The M4 Coupe.
Giannis
Staff member
So far, the only one that got the "weight reduction" thing right is Alfa Romeo with the 4C.
So far, the only one that got the "weight reduction" thing right is Alfa Romeo with the 4C.
The 4C isn't exactly a normal everyday vehicle with all the usual creature comforts that BMW are intending to offer, so whilst I do commend what Alfa did to get its weight down some of the weight lose was achieved by leaving everything out they felt unnecessary with the driving experience. Which makes me wonder just how heavy the 4C would have been if equipped like a Cayman or M4.
Giannis
Staff member
Why not? There still is bluetooth connectivity and heated seats.
RS2000 4X4
Precision Pilot
I really hope this car will set BMW back on track with Porsche and that the laptime of this M car will not dissapoint on that famous German circuit... They used to be as fast as 911 but lost track since the E92 model...
The look of the car is really great, just the bonnet seems to be glued on top of the car (when you watch it sideways) and is the only thing for me that gets some getting used too.
The look of the car is really great, just the bonnet seems to be glued on top of the car (when you watch it sideways) and is the only thing for me that gets some getting used too.
klier
Premium
So far, the only one that got the "weight reduction" thing right is Alfa Romeo with the 4C.
Meh, that car is a remodelled Lotus. Not impressed; it's not difficult to make a car like that light; it's just a steering wheel with 4 wheels and a tiny engine.
HP and torque is just a number these days as all of these turbo charged monsters are underrated as hell
Zafiro
Supreme Roadmaster
LOL the info been changed. More than 425hp and more than 500 nm. More on that tomorrow when embargo ends.
ACE
Autobahn Adventurer
Ideally, I would like to be wrong this way around... power = higher, weight = lower
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BMW M
BMW M GmbH, formerly known as BMW Motorsport GmbH, is a subsidiary of
BMW AG that manufactures high-performance luxury cars. BMW M ("M" for "motorsport")
was initially created to facilitate BMW's racing program, which was very successful
in the 1960s and 1970s. As time passed, BMW M began to supplement BMW's vehicle
portfolio with specially modified higher trim models, for which they are now most
known by the general public. These M-badged cars traditionally include modified engines,
transmissions, suspensions, interior trims, aerodynamics, and exterior modifications
to set them apart from their counterparts. All M models are tested and tuned at BMW's
private facility at the Nürburgring racing circuit in Germany.
Official website: BMW M
Official website: BMW M
