Quote:
Originally Posted by ///M_US_E30
Quote:
Originally Posted by 96LTWM3
I don't agree with any of this.
Although I can agree that a V6 may offer overall better packaging and balance.
The problem with a V6 M3 is pedigree.
911=flat6
Vette=pushrod V8
M3=I-6
Lambo=V12
AMG=V8
Some cars just wouldn't be what they are today without pedigree (racing history plus sticking to what defines THE car.)
|
There is only one real ///M3 and it had an I4. The next two with the I6 were just follow ups from ///Marketing, and the last one needed a V8 because the vehicle has become ///Massive. They might reset the heritage with a bespoke engine for the turbo DTM car one day and provide another vehicle with ///Magic, but don't count on it.
one I4
two I6
one V8
one TT?
T |
The first M3 was a true Motorsport vehicle.
However BMW is not known for their I-4 technology, Honda is.
The 3 series has always been BMWs bread and butter, it's always had an I-6.
I-6 defines BMW, it's the engine they used in the M1, first M5, M6, and 2 M3s.
Now they are using turbos to add power and efficiency, but still stick to the ideals of what defines a 3 series, an I-6