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Originally Posted by erio
I agree and I'm also unsure of this article's credibility. However, remember that it's an M car so it's more than just horsepower that you have to consider. The suspension, steering, brakes and body have also been tweaked. That may all they want for this car, which is already fairly lightweight. I do agree that giving it basically the same power as the 335is doesn't sound appropriate. Who knows, I guess we will find out in time.
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Why? 550i has similar power to the M3. You are correct about the M car suspension,steering, brakes etc that is what the premium is for - m cars have never been about ultimate power - a 135i with a decent tune will be faster in a straight line , just as a well tuned 335i can hold its own or beat an M3 in a drag race but they do not look, feel and perform in all of the other areas that make an M car special. I'm sure this car will be fantastic to drive. Anyone who just wants 1/4 mile times will be better off in a tuned 135i.