Me vs. an M3
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Me vs. an M3
My friend just got a brand new M3 6 speed coupe, after he breaks it in and i get my new tires on were gunna run, maybe for a little $$.
My mods are in my sig, plus i recently installed a little bit higher stall converter. My prediction is he will beat me off the line but by the time hes in 3rd ill be pullin away.
and of course it will be on the track...
My mods are in my sig, plus i recently installed a little bit higher stall converter. My prediction is he will beat me off the line but by the time hes in 3rd ill be pullin away.
and of course it will be on the track...
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From: Sachse TX
Originally Posted by Dr_737
Be careful... those M3's are pretty damn fast. Supposidly able to out perform the C5
They are pretty quick..but I still like the M5 more.
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From: Everyday you must choose between the pain of discipline and the pain of regret. Fredericktown, OH
I handled a 2001-ish M3 in my LT-4.
I think they are rated at 333hp and published ETs in the 13.1 to 13.3 range. I really like the M3 and considered getting one before I bought this vette.
Have fun, but do it at the track.
[edit] I just looked at your sig. It looks like 13.54 is your best ET. I think a decent driver in an M3 would be quicker than that or REALLY close.
I think they are rated at 333hp and published ETs in the 13.1 to 13.3 range. I really like the M3 and considered getting one before I bought this vette.
Have fun, but do it at the track.
[edit] I just looked at your sig. It looks like 13.54 is your best ET. I think a decent driver in an M3 would be quicker than that or REALLY close.
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Remember, at the track, not everyone is good on the tree, so if you get the holeshot, you might just smoke him. If you are in an automatic, you should take him from the get go, but he might pull on you at the top end.
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Originally Posted by Mr Mojo
Remember, at the track, not everyone is good on the tree, so if you get the holeshot, you might just smoke him. If you are in an automatic, you should take him from the get go, but he might pull on you at the top end.
I beat one at GLD. I treed him and got at least a car length and a half on him but he hung right there down the whole ¼ mile. I have it on video somewhere. You can actually hear someone in the crowd go "Dayum".
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C4kid94, your mods aren't showing; you need to check the box "Show your signature".
You will need DRs with a high stall TC or roll into the throttle, even on a good track.
You have a copla edges, not only he has to launch the stick but also needs to power shift to keep up with your A4.
What does your '94 turn in the 1/4 mile?
Do you have any idea what the M3 is rated at?
You will need DRs with a high stall TC or roll into the throttle, even on a good track.
You have a copla edges, not only he has to launch the stick but also needs to power shift to keep up with your A4.
What does your '94 turn in the 1/4 mile?
Do you have any idea what the M3 is rated at?
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From: Carlsbad, CA CA
Originally Posted by C4kid94
My friend just got a brand new M3 6 speed coupe, after he breaks it in and i get my new tires on were gunna run, maybe for a little $$.
My mods are in my sig, plus i recently installed a little bit higher stall converter. My prediction is he will beat me off the line but by the time hes in 3rd ill be pullin away.
and of course it will be on the track...
My mods are in my sig, plus i recently installed a little bit higher stall converter. My prediction is he will beat me off the line but by the time hes in 3rd ill be pullin away.
and of course it will be on the track...
You should get him off the line and he will pull you by the middle of 2nd, if you are auto.
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From: St. Peters MO Sometimes you have to prove yourself by doing alot of killing or alot of dying...
Originally Posted by cprgmr
I beat one at GLD. I treed him and got at least a car length and a half on him but he hung right there down the whole ¼ mile. I have it on video somewhere. You can actually hear someone in the crowd go "Dayum".
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From: Green Bay WI
Originally Posted by kwik_ta
I'd like to see that video. I rode in an M3 once and I don't remember them being that impressive. I'd almost have a hard time believing that they can perform as claimed here in this thread... but one person's doubt against everyone elses facts ... I guess I will be aware of the next M3 I try to roll on.
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From: Belle Chasse La
Originally Posted by bogus
The latest M3s are da bom, yo.
Fast, handle like a dream... drool... I would take one. And they have a back seat and trunk! It's the only BMW I would consider.
Fast, handle like a dream... drool... I would take one. And they have a back seat and trunk! It's the only BMW I would consider.
I agree.....they look cool too.....
http://www.live2cruize.com/bmw_m3.htm
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