[clbmw]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

I've "heard"... that a M235i is slightly faster above 210kph(or 135 mph) than a M2. But just by a "tad". Now... I'd still take the M2, because it's ALL about the TOTAL PACKAGE to me. I really want a M2!!

BMW is in a bit of a predicament, bc they can't put a S55 into the M2 bc it would just kill M3/M4 sales. So we have what we have.

Btw... I've also heard that the new M340i will just "walk" a tuned 135i(with 410 Hp) on the Autobahn - with ease. And that's in a big heavy F30!! The new B58 engine is waaay under rated.

Dackel

Sounds exciting. Really hope the M340i makes it to market this next generation, a diesel/hybrid version would be good too. As long as it comes in wagon /tourer form

[raysspl]

Wow, well it looks like it's only a matter of time before we see the B58 in the M2?

[foxman7]

Originally Posted by Bee Pee

B58 Mx40i no slouch straight out of the crate

As quick as M2 w/o the price tag......

beautiful

[JMD]

Originally Posted by Eddien123

Is this that artificial sound? It sounds amazing

Yes and no! It's a rendition of the engine's actual "sound",...a recording that is played back through the vehicle's audio system! It enhances what the cabin insulation deadens!

Hth

[Eddien123]

Originally Posted by JMD

Yes and no! It's a rendition of the engine's actual "sound",...a recording that is played back through the vehicle's audio system! It enhances what the cabin insulation deadens!

Hth

Sounds very different than the N55. More throaty I like it

[thewubwub]

Originally Posted by Bee Pee

B58 Mx40i no slouch straight out of the crate

As quick as M2 w/o the price tag......

It is seriously quick holy cow

[M3 Adjuster]

Originally Posted by MT135

E34 M5, E36 M3, E36/8 M Coupe had engine changes, it's normal.

@MThree_driver time to brush up on your old school BMWs


While the E36/8 Z3 with the S52 still enjoys major popularity, the 95 M3 did not lose any value compared to the 96+ models.


I do agree with you that they will develop the B58 further before it ends up in an M car. They also will sell every M2 they make because it's a better value overall and it's also a better car.

Those who want straight line speed can be happy because an m240 is momentarily faster due to gearing in a drag race...that way they can add more engine mods with the money they saved by not getting an M2

[stylinexpat]

Originally Posted by DD88

I test drove one today, the acceleration is nice but the stopping power is far from impressive. I would personally not want to drive a car in those speeds without full confidence in the brakes.

Replace stock wheels with lightweight wheels and you will see a big improvement in stopping power. A brake upgrade will resolve this issue as well.

[stylinexpat]

Originally Posted by Bee Pee

B58 Mx40i no slouch straight out of the crate

As quick as M2 w/o the price tag......

Close to the old M3 numbers for 0-200 km/h

[wtfbrah]

The guy also seems to f up in this video a little and lose traction in 2nd gear, so it would be even faster without that screwup.

[peterdf]

Originally Posted by Alden_88M

Watch it closely and you can almost see the fuel gauge moving slowly but surely downwards But great video none the less :-)

I could swear the same for my M235i

[Dylan86]

Video is proof you don't need AWD to have a good 1/4 mile car. With 255's in the back and an LSD I can only burn through first if I launch it hard, otherwise it just bites, squats and takes right off. Not what I was expecting, especially with all of the past debates about RWD vs AWD launching.