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I don't know exactly, but there sure is enough proof of long time reliability from these kits, specially the fact that there has been zero engine failure to date even with plenty of people tracking their 600+hp kits. That's why I feel pretty confortable daily driving my 550hp M3.
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I didn't indicate the M3 did not have everyday drivability or wasn't comfortable, but that the M6 does a better job on the purposes I describe. It's simply a more luxurious, roomier, etc. GT car for the family than the M3. "different purpose" was pointing to the tracking, modding, driving style, etc.
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But...would you trade your car outright for a 458? I'd need two cars though so I'd have to buy a jeep or something. Damn 458s aren't very good DDs. |
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Haha, I feel like I'd definitely be someone who would ask that. In all honesty though, from driving my fathers 997 turbo, the M3 does have some positives the Porsche doesnt. I'd love to drive the 997.2 GT3/GT3RS. I'm just not impressed by the Turbo |
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Yeah, it's probably easier to daily drive one in Texas then in Quebec but I don't see someone putting winter tires on their 458 like I do on my M3! But yeah some people daily drive motorcycles so it's not impossible!
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M6 is an incredible car. My buddy just got a convertible. BEAUTIFUL interior. It would be my pick over a Aston Martin Vantage in a heart beat. Its still a luxury cruiser though. Nothing wrong with that But its also in the class of the SL Mercedes which needs to be considered then.
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1. Engine 2. Everything else Adding body parts, changing your suspension, brakes, wheels/tires, exhaust is a very different thing in terms of serious reliability issues than is tuning an engine. Furthermore, with factory forced induction, you can get 50-80 hp with less than a $1k ECU flash. Adding forced induction to factory NA car is a whole different ball game. Still, the safety record of ESS SC units on the S65 motor can not be denied. They have stood the test of time and that's what has peaked my interest here. In the end however, even for people who love to mod and enjoy the process, there is a line which, if you cross, takes you to a very different risk level.
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really cant go wrong either way here. both have great pros. i would do the sc on the m3 but that's because i don't really like bigger cars
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If you are referring to the old M6, then I would much rather have a blown M3.
I would however take the F12 M6 over a blown M3 anyday (and just wait until the performance market opens up for that car, they are already seeing 80+rwhp with a tune) Downpipes, tune, intercooler, etc... I anticipate the M6 would be up to a blown M3 performance |
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I don't believe you're correct M6 coupe vs. M3 coupe. Head room is slightly better in the M3 (an inch), but width and trunk space for family needs is bigger in the M6. Also you can rake the front seat forward to create more space for occupants in the M6. I never said it was a "family" car anyway. What I pointed out was GT vs GT car, one would be more convenient to have.
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Proper intercooled supercharger kit for M3 is too pricey, and being NA is one of the traits of this car I wouldn't compromise on. I'd Leave superchargers to pony cars
M6 looks nice and fast, but would probably get boring fast. The 911 Gt3 looks properly exciting and would be on my short list. |
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