[LarThaL]

All things evolve and change. All material goods are getting more complex in their execution, not just cars. Even power tools can now be programmed for all sorts of complex functions, for instance. Look at what the cell phone has transformed into. Cars are no different. M cars are no different. All cars are becoming more complex, more computerized, more all-encompassing.

And so what if exhaust sound is piped in through speakers? I wonder what was said about the first electric guitar? Exhaust sound technology like this allows the driver to experience the exhaust sound at a volume he/she likes while simultaneously keeping all the unwanted noises out, and not annoying the public or attracting attention from the police.

Look at Porsche. They also have performance SUV's and big performance sedans. The 911 is also becoming a more all-encompassing car.

The real question to ask is this: Have the performance capabilities been diminished as a result of this? The answer is no. All the new modern performance cars, despite being all encompassing handily outperform the more "pure" older counterparts.