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Originally Posted by -=Hot|Ice=-
The M3 matches the R8 V8. Watch as it pulls back lost ground. That's a 6spd. I don't think the DCT would of lost any ground.
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Originally Posted by -=Hot|Ice=-
You really can't compare the two together. The R8 is a midengined super car and the M3 is a front engined grocery getter. It's just impressive for the M3 to keep up with the R8 in a straight line nonetheless. On the track, it's a different story.
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Honestly, straight line speed is the least impressive fact for any car. It is just a function of power/weight and then power/drag (100+mph)... In the case of M3 and R8, they have very similar power.. So what do you expect to happen anyways?
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Originally Posted by Seattle S65B40
Maybe it's time I get a dedicated fun/track car and a true DD. The more the M3 turns into the jack of all trades the less I like it. I want it to specialize in performance and handing. Don't care about 4 seats or two, luxury, etc.
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Join the club, get a Mini Cooper S
A new Mini Cooper S ~30k with nice options. Lotus Exige S can be had for 35-40k used..