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M4 COMPETITION vs M850i DRIVE COUPE

BMW · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
M850i DRIVE COUPE
Beats the M4 COMPETITION by 0.10s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M850i DRIVE COUPE beats the M4 COMPETITION by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M850i DRIVE COUPE thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
503 hp
523 hp
0–100 km/h
3.8s
3.7s
Top speed
290 km/h
285 km/h
Engine
I6
V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
650 Nm
750 Nm
Price
$81,000
$108,000

Simulated race times

Distance
M4 COMPETITION
M850i DRIVE COUPE
100 m
5.176s
5.113s
1/8 mile
7.642s
7.560s
1/4 mile
11.469s
11.371s
1 km
20.480s
20.404s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the M4 COMPETITION is the obvious pick at $81,000 versus the M850i DRIVE COUPE's $108,000. Both are formidable. The M4 COMPETITION suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the M850i DRIVE COUPE appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the M4 COMPETITION or the M850i DRIVE COUPE?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M850i DRIVE COUPE is faster, beating the M4 COMPETITION by 0.10 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M4 COMPETITION vs the M850i DRIVE COUPE?

The M4 COMPETITION hits 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, while the M850i DRIVE COUPE does it in 3.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M4 COMPETITION produces 503 hp; the M850i DRIVE COUPE produces 523 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M4 COMPETITION tops out at 290 km/h, and the M850i DRIVE COUPE reaches 285 km/h.

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