M3 CS vs M4 CS

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner

M4 CS

Beats the M3 CS by 0.13s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M4 CS beats the M3 CS comfortably, finishing 0.13 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M4 CS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

543 hp

0–100 km/h

3.5s

3.4s

Top speed

302 km/h

Engine

3.0L Twin-Turbo I6

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

650 Nm

Price

$122,000

$125,000

Simulated race times

Distance

M3 CS

M4 CS

100 m

4.990s

4.925s

1/8 mile

7.366s

7.274s

1/4 mile

11.050s

10.924s

1 km

19.721s

19.536s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: M3 CS is $122,000 vs $125,000 for the M4 CS — a $3,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: M4 CS is 0.10s quicker (3.5s vs 3.4s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the M3 CS or the M4 CS?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M4 CS is faster, beating the M3 CS by 0.13 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M3 CS vs the M4 CS?

The M3 CS hits 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, while the M4 CS does it in 3.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M3 CS produces 543 hp; the M4 CS produces 543 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M3 CS tops out at 302 km/h, and the M4 CS reaches 302 km/h.

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