Drag race! BMW M340i xDrive vs. BMW M2 Competition
Another week, another drag race from the enterprising folks over at CarWow in the United Kingdom. This time, the new (SA-bound) BMW M340i xDrive takes on its stablemate (and full-fat M product), the BMW M2 Competition.
Of course, it’s worth noting here that the M340i uses a turbocharged straight-six petrol engine worth 275 kW and 500 N.m, with that significant oomph sent to all four corners via an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The lighter M2 Competition, meanwhile, employs a twin-turbo engine of a similar configuration (3,0-litre inline-six), churning out 302 kW and 550 N.m. Of course, in this case drive is directed to the rear axle only, while the vehicle used in this race is fitted with a manual gearbox.
The result is a really close drag race. Watch the video above (which also includes a race from a rolling start) to see what happens…
Ryan has spent most of his career in online media, writing about everything from sport to politics and other forms of crime. But his true passion – reignited by a 1971 Austin Mini Mk3 still tucked lifeless in a dark corner of his garage – is of the automotive variety.
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