M850I Drive Coupe vs M3 Competition
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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 (523 vs 503). 0–100 km/h: M3 Competition is 0.20s quicker (3.7s vs 3.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the M850I Drive Coupe or the M3 Competition?
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 M850I Drive Coupe vs the M3 Competition?
The M850I Drive Coupe hits 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, while the M3 Competition does it in 3.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The M850I Drive Coupe produces 523 hp; the M3 Competition produces 503 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The M850I Drive Coupe tops out at 285 km/h, and the M3 Competition reaches 285 km/h.
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