M3 Competition vs M850I Drive Coupe
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the M3 Competition beats the M850I Drive Coupe comfortably, finishing 0.24 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M3 Competition thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: M3 Competition is $76,000 vs $108,000 for the M850I Drive Coupe — a $32,000 gap. Power: M850I Drive Coupe makes 20 hp more (503 vs 523). 0–100 km/h: M3 Competition is 0.20s quicker (3.5s vs 3.7s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the M3 Competition or the M850I Drive Coupe?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M3 Competition is faster, beating the M850I Drive Coupe by 0.24 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M3 Competition vs the M850I Drive Coupe?
The M3 Competition hits 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, while the M850I Drive Coupe does it in 3.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The M3 Competition produces 503 hp; the M850I Drive Coupe produces 523 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The M3 Competition tops out at 285 km/h, and the M850I Drive Coupe reaches 285 km/h.
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