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      01-29-2014, 04:43 AM   #210
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Originally Posted by KennyPowers View Post
Big differences between m3 and m5

-m5 gained 500 lbs over prior gen
-m5 is now based on 7 series platform / wheelbase

In contrast, the m3 has lost 200 lbs over the prior gen and has many tech features and stiffer materiels which will vastly improve handling.

The m5 is much larger than the m3 and is ~ 1000+ lbs heavier.

Yes, 1000 lbs.

The m5 and m3 had totally differnt goals and deviate from their predecessors in completely opposite ways. So a comparison between the two on anything but the type of engine is a mistake
More like 176lb for a 6MT and 131lb for a DCT.

But I get your point, weight lossed is WAY better than weight gained
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