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08-03-2011, 08:47 AM | #46 |
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I hope they still keep the 1-series in the USA the way it is
I am hoping they still keep the 1-series in the USA with the way it is equipped and maybe just add a back-up camera since I do not want a bigger or more roomy car being that I am petite and I do not need more power than the 128i coupe which is perfect for me.
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No, I really just meant the 1 series itself with that comment. A small roadster has a better chance of making it to the US than a small hatchback. However, I would not necessarily say that it will come here for sure either.
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The current 135i has 300/300. I would expect that a NEW replacement for this car would have at least a bit more power, say 320/320. If that happens, then an M2 with only 340/340 isn't so special. The new 2.0T engine has more power and better MPG than the current NA 3.0 engine. That's a solid replacement. What's the replacement or refinement for the N55? It should be a bit more power and a bit better MPG. Then, what goes into an M2? I say, a higher boosted N55 with the M handling and styling bits. I just can't see an M2 with a 2.0T for that kind of money. Not saying it won't happen, just saying, I don't like the idea. Or, maybe BMW will do what Audi did with the A4. They cut out the V6 altogether. You have 2 choices. A4 2.0T or the S4. They loaded up the S4 with options and the price is right for those who want more performance. Maybe the next 2 coupe will only be offered with a 2.0T, and if you want higher performance you'll have to go with the M2 with an N55. Could be good, but the price needs to be in check |
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It's power to weight ratio that's important, not just the headline power output.
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09-24-2011, 05:02 PM | #53 | |
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Yes, I'm very aware that power to weight is more important than raw numbers. But until we see officially that the new 2 coupe will be lighter, we can't call it yet. Also, 140lbs less is ok but it ain't that great. The current 1 is too heavy as is given it's smaller size. Current 1 series is about that much lighter than the 3 series. They use the same engine and the 1 is not that much faster, and the 3 with sport handles better and has a better ride, even though it's heavier. A 150lb weight decrease with about a 25/25 power bump will make for a much more compelling 'next gen' 1/2 series. |
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I figured roughly a 140lb weight reduction for the new 2 series replacing the current 1 series coupe. A 660lb reduction is never going to happen. That's an extreme weight loss, more in line with a high priced lighter weight materials. |
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