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07-26-2011, 02:35 PM | #1 |
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Ferrari California vs M3 which is faster in real world?
Both V8 engine. FR.
M3 414hp/295lbft Cali 460hp/357lbft what is the power to weight ration between the two? The Cali is quite a heavy car, But the torque feels stronger but how about in real world performance? Thanks for any inputs! |
07-26-2011, 02:52 PM | #2 |
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Dont really know the answer but I do plan to find out. My doctor ordered a california (silver/tan) gets it in 1 week. I've been busting his chops for months now. Im sure we'll have some answers on this soon. I keep asking him why he ordered the female ferrari. Kept telling him, "you do know they sell cars for men too?" I may eat my words soon.
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07-26-2011, 02:53 PM | #3 |
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07-26-2011, 02:58 PM | #4 |
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An interesting comparo but I would wager on the Cali.
My e92 hasn't arrived yet so I am speaking from a pure outsiders perspective (other than the test drives). OP: let us know if you get to drive the car |
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07-26-2011, 03:08 PM | #5 |
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The California only weighs 3825, not a whole lot heavier than the M3. Plus if you're talking about the e93, the weights are pretty much the same then. No contest for the Ferrari
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07-26-2011, 03:19 PM | #6 |
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I had a tool in a red Cali sunday on the 101 trying to race me. He kept coming up to me and revving his motor. I just waved at him and gave him no attention. He floored it and took off didn't seem to jaw dropping quick to me but i am not an expert. It was a big car and it was also a nice sounding/good looking car
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exactly not worth hurting yourself or others for 3 seconds of racing.
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Not a fan of the California's styling, really.
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07-26-2011, 04:34 PM | #12 |
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Ferrari California = Curb weight 3,825 lb & HP 460 ..... Nordschleife Time 7:56.00 (0-62 under 4 seconds) So let's give it to the Ferrari California what's 4 minutes amongst friends
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This made my day. I also have robot insurance.
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Anyway, Motor Trend reviewed both the Ferrari California and M3 Coupe DCT. California/M3 60-0mph in 100ft/104ft 0-60mph in 3.5s/4.1s 0-100mph in 8.6s/9.7s Lateral G of 0.99g/0.94g |
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You guys aren't really comparing a Ferrari California to an M3 are you?
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