Here is the "proof":
From the main thread,
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BMW clarifies that "the new model is now around 80 kilograms [176 lbs] lighter than a comparably equipped predecessor model"
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3305 lb + 68 kg driver + 7 kg cargo = 3471 lb
It is well documented that the M5/6 saves 20 kg for CSiC brakes. Thus for a COMPARABLY equipped car we can assume 3306 is with CSiC brakes and thus without them adds another 44 lb to the above. We then have 3515 lb
3704 (E92 M3) - 3515 = 189 lb = 86 kg.
Close enough to "around 80" for me to call this a decided point.
"Less than 3306 lb" means including the brake option. These are a whopping $9250 for the M5 and M6. What will they run for the M4, perhaps around $6k???
I know it is marketing but things like this piss me off. At least they are being mostly honest and transparent with this 80 kg clue...