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The new M4 looks like it will be an absolutely amazing car no doubt.
However, I'm a bit confused by the hysteria and excitement on the forum for stats that we've known for a long time. Dr. Nitschke's interview a couple months ago already confirmed the new M4 would be much lighter than the 435i. Estimates on this board were from 3300 - 3550. Power estimates were 420 hp - 460 hp. Torque was predicted to be 390 - 420.
The actual numbers came in at weight about 3500lbs. HP 430, Tq 370. So the very top end of the weight range, nearly the bottom end of the hp range and below the bottom range of the tq.
Again, I am not disparaging the new car, in fact I think it will be the greatest M yet and the reviews will all praise it. I'm just confused at the emotional reaction to the release of stats that all ended up right at the most conservative estimates on the board.
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