BMW M3 Forum (E90 E92)

BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read


Go Back   M3Post - BMW M3 Forum > M3 (E90 / E92 / E93) > M3 vs....
 
Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      03-30-2008, 08:12 AM   #1
footie
Major General
footie's Avatar
No_Country
1072
Rep
8,008
Posts

Drives: i4M50
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: No where fast

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
335tti vs M3

OK a bit premature as the 335tti will not be out for a year or so but this model will bring the two versions a lot closer than ever before.

According to CAR magazine the 335tti will gain M3 brakes, 19" alloys and a sports suspension setup (probably closer to the stock M3 setup). The most interesting part of the spec will be the engine which will be putting out 355bhp accompanied with an increase it torque (no figures quoted).

P.S.
The article also showed artist impressions of the next 3 series in 2012, the front looks stunning as does the side profile, the rear looks remarkably like that of the new A4. Hopefully someone can scan the article so you all can see the pics.
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 08:40 AM   #2
QuickAG
Registered
United_States
0
Rep
2
Posts

Drives: 2015 F83
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Delaware

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2003.5 E46 M3  [0.00]
Speaking about M3 competitors:

Is the Dinan 335i (currently available), which I haven't heard anyone really talk about in comparison to the M, a better daily driver ... or will the to-be-released performance package 335i be the anticipated better overall car (maybe with a little help from Dinan)?
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 12:09 PM   #3
Epacy
Reincarnated
Epacy's Avatar
245
Rep
4,227
Posts

Drives: 02 Maxima SE
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: IL

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2008 M3  [0.00]
Hmm, wonder why BMW would keep creeping up to the M3?
__________________
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 12:16 PM   #4
swamp2
Lieutenant General
swamp2's Avatar
United_States
609
Rep
10,407
Posts

Drives: E92 M3
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: San Diego, CA USA

iTrader: (3)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Epacy View Post
Hmm, wonder why BMW would keep creeping up to the M3?
No surprise there to me there is enough of a gap, STOCK to STOCK that there is room with simple tuning to keep a gap. As well as we all know tecnically it is fairly trivial to get the power from the 335i.
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 12:29 PM   #5
sayemthree
Major General
sayemthree's Avatar
594
Rep
5,448
Posts

Drives: ‘20 X3mC ‘20 Raptor ‘04 X3 6mt
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: usa so cal , AZ

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by swamp2 View Post
No surprise there to me there is enough of a gap, STOCK to STOCK that there is room with simple tuning to keep a gap. As well as we all know tecnically it is fairly trivial to get the power from the 335i.
well not if your read the NOT IMPRESSED racing instructor articles, aprrently the 335i is better and we all know you can chip it. the only gap is in price!
__________________
Fore Sale Rare 6 speed manual X3 3.oi silver over grey. PM me
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 03:17 PM   #6
footie
Major General
footie's Avatar
No_Country
1072
Rep
8,008
Posts

Drives: i4M50
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: No where fast

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
We don't need another 335i vs M3 debate on which is better, the whole point of this info was to enlighten the group to the fact that BMW are pushing ahead with the tti branding that will complement the M branding quite well in my opinion. Not everyone can afford an M3 and this 335tti with a possible new body kit and the bigger wheels will fill the gap nicely and should help retain customers looking for something that looks more exciting than the stock 335i, like the S5 among others.
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 03:40 PM   #7
southlight
Moderator / European Editor
southlight's Avatar
1492
Rep
6,755
Posts

Drives: X3M
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Germany

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by footie View Post
We don't need another 335i vs M3 debate on which is better, the whole point of this info was to enlighten the group to the fact that BMW are pushing ahead with the tti branding that will complement the M branding quite well in my opinion. Not everyone can afford an M3 and this 335tti with a possible new body kit and the bigger wheels will fill the gap nicely and should help retain customers looking for something that looks more exciting than the stock 335i, like the S5 among others.
I'm not sure that's a fact. Is it really likely that there will be a tii version of the current generation 3 series?

Best regards, south
__________________
Those forums...WHY NOT?


JOIN THE 6MT CLUB GROUP
Appreciate 0
      03-30-2008, 04:53 PM   #8
cncmastr
Colonel
cncmastr's Avatar
United_States
1569
Rep
2,401
Posts

Drives: E46 ZCP, F85, E70, G07
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Outside Atlanta

iTrader: (3)

Garage List
2018 X5 M  [0.00]
2020 M2 CS  [0.00]
2005 BMW X5 4.8is  [0.00]
2006 BMW M3  [0.00]
What is a 335tti?
Quote:
Originally Posted by footie View Post
OK a bit premature as the 335tti will not be out for a year or so but this model will bring the two versions a lot closer than ever before.

According to CAR magazine the 335tti will gain M3 brakes, 19" alloys and a sports suspension setup (probably closer to the stock M3 setup). The most interesting part of the spec will be the engine which will be putting out 355bhp accompanied with an increase it torque (no figures quoted).

P.S.
The article also showed artist impressions of the next 3 series in 2012, the front looks stunning as does the side profile, the rear looks remarkably like that of the new A4. Hopefully someone can scan the article so you all can see the pics.
__________________
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 03:21 AM   #9
Just_me
Captain
193
Rep
657
Posts

Drives: RWD
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Sweden

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by southlight View Post
I'm not sure that's a fact. Is it really likely that there will be a tii version of the current generation 3 series?

Best regards, south
if the engine is coming its for the 1-series by the name M135i.
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 03:35 AM   #10
OzStriker
Captain
OzStriker's Avatar
Australia
61
Rep
924
Posts

Drives: Ford Falcon Ute, Ducati 1198S
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Melbourne

iTrader: (1)

Garage List
Please, not another variation of the -35i, this forum really doesn't need that!
__________________
BMW E92 M3 6MT, G-Power SKII supercharged, custom exhaust with 100 cell cats and Remus Sport mufflers, Brembo 380mm BBK, BMW Performance steering wheel, LUX H8 angel eyes, CF CSL boot, Hamann CF diffuser, Vorsteiner CF lip, CF grilles, CF gills, CF bonnet vents, BMW Performance stripes, RAC RG63 wheels, Eibach lowering springs, camber modifications.
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 07:12 AM   #11
footie
Major General
footie's Avatar
No_Country
1072
Rep
8,008
Posts

Drives: i4M50
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: No where fast

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by cncmastr View Post
What is a 335tti?
Apologizes, it's tii, not tti and it's a new range of sports brand that BMW are introducing. First seen with the 135tii coupe concept.
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 07:27 AM   #12
RandyB
Lieutenant Colonel
RandyB's Avatar
United_States
20
Rep
1,504
Posts

Drives: '03 330i, '09 M3 Coupe
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Texas

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by footie View Post
Apologizes, it's tii, not tti and it's a new range of sports brand that BMW are introducing. First seen with the 135tii coupe concept.
Since they are focused on weight reduction I wonder if one of these can be had in the US without a sunroof once they are released?
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 07:47 AM   #13
footie
Major General
footie's Avatar
No_Country
1072
Rep
8,008
Posts

Drives: i4M50
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: No where fast

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by RandyB View Post
Since they are focused on weight reduction I wonder if one of these can be had in the US without a sunroof once they are released?

Oh, I forgot to include in my first comments that the new engine for the 2012 3 series tii will be a twin-charged four cylinder engine, probably a 2.0L~2.3L and will kick out 300hp in road trim and 400hp in race trim. This might not be as quick as an M3 but it's handling should be a revelation.
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 08:02 AM   #14
Just_me
Captain
193
Rep
657
Posts

Drives: RWD
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Sweden

iTrader: (0)

there is coming a 120csi with 4-cylinders, Turbo and 240 hp
Appreciate 0
      03-31-2008, 08:09 AM   #15
southlight
Moderator / European Editor
southlight's Avatar
1492
Rep
6,755
Posts

Drives: X3M
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Germany

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Just_me View Post
there is coming a 120csi with 4-cylinders, Turbo and 240 hp
I'm kinda waiting for such an engine in the 3 series. Any information when the 120Csi comes out?


Best regards, south
__________________
Those forums...WHY NOT?


JOIN THE 6MT CLUB GROUP
Appreciate 0
      04-02-2008, 05:09 AM   #16
E(@M#
Second Lieutenant
6
Rep
207
Posts

Drives: 94' corolla
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: FL

iTrader: (0)

cannabilism.....unless theyre replaciing the v8 with something more powerful....i doubt it
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:23 AM.




m3post
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST