In case you were wondering why putting an old-school M model against a new school…M model…the reason is pretty simple: we want to see how far has the auto industry advanced in terms of technology and sheer performance.

And the best way to find out is putting side-by-side the 2010 BMW M3 GTS and the all-new 2016 BMW M4 GTS. They both use advanced mechanics, increased aerodynamics and impressive powertrains. This is the EVO Magazine`s new test.

Even if there is a visible difference between the two of them, both come with rather similar power and same GTS mechanics. However, they are both so different at the same time. We should try pointing out the best features.

The 2010 was a very busy yet fruitful year for BMW, it was the year when the BMW M3 GTS came out standing on the E92 platform and featuring a massive 4.4-liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine, developing 444 horsepower at 8,300 rpm and 324 lb-ft of torque, available at just 3,750 rpm.

On the other hand, the new BMW M4 GTS, which sits on the same platform as the standard M4 – the F82 platform – comes with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo I6 mill, with around 500 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque, available at 6,250 rpm.

The main difference between the two of them, besides the raw power in the M4 GTS, is that the new model comes with improved handling capabilities and grip, and more advanced mechanics – new carbon fiber ceramic brakes and suspension, as well as Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, which pay an extremely important part on the track, particularly on tight corners.

On the other hand, the BMW M3 GTS is not that artistic as the M4 GTS on the road, meaning that you have got to have some skills to keep it balanced on the road, especially at high speeds, as the steering is not that precise as in the M4 GTS. But even with some extra effort in the corners, the M3 GTS remains a fun car to drive.

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post Battle of the Ms: BMW M3 GTS vs BMW M4 GTS appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.

The British people from Fifth Gear decided to test two German racing models in order to see which one is the best. We know that there is a big rivalry between BMW, Audi and Mercedes but we can’t ignore another important German manufacturer, namely Porsche, a company which delivers extremely competitive models, worth to include them in between the models of the three big manufacturers mentioned above. If there is any need, we remind you that Tiff Needell and Vicki Butler Henderson were the people behind the steering wheels.

As we can observe, the British hosts decided to review two models specially dedicated to the circuit, the BMW M3 GTS and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, models which are focused on squeezing every drop of power available and deliver outstanding performance figures on the track.

In terms of performance, both models are able to deliver similar figures, 450 horsepower to be more precise. However, the BMW M3 GTS benefits from a 4.4-liter V8 unit while the Porsche 911 GT3 RS has a new 3.8-liter unit, a bigger engine compared to the one found on the previous model but still not big enough to compare with the BMW’s powerplant.

There were two tests in this comparison, one of them won by the BMW M3 GTS, the drift competition to be more precise, while the lap time race has been clearly won by the Porsche 911 GT3 RS driven by Tiff Needell. The gap between the two German models was a second but of course we can’t tell you exactly which is the fastest considering the model were driven by different people. With this been said, here is the interesting battle proposed by Fifth Gear. You are welcome share your opinion and tell us which of these two beautiful supercars deserve to be the one that approaches the most to perfection.

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post VIDEO: Fifth Gear does the BMW M3 GTS vs Porsche 911 GT3 RS comparison appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.

The Nordschleife got a very interesting visit recently in the form of the 2011 BMW M3 GTS.

The limited edition of the E92 M3 will stand to replace the CSL version of the previous generation of M3 as this is still a lightweight, hardcore, track racing focused car that is still road legal.

Road legal is a relative term as all the modifications brought to the car will fail to make it past road-going legislation in many countries, the biggest of which will be the United States of America.

The GTS version of the BMW M3 is due to be on sale by next month and features a 4.4 liter V8 engine that has an output of 450 horsepower. The list of upgrades also includes a 7-speed M DKG Drivelogic gearbox, a multitude of weight saving materials used in the body and as a list of downgrades you know get no stereo, no air conditioning and no back seats. Reminds you of any recent BMW CSL’s list of equipment?

To sum up, other than a 419 pound diet you get a hardcore BMW M3 with a wing on it’s back. Well, not really. What you do get is probably one of the best driving machines made to date and one of the most amazing sounds ever to be heard round the Nurburgring.

Find that hard to believe? Listen to the following recording:

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post BMW M3 GTS recored at the ‘Ring appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.

Valentino Rossi grabbed the MotoGP title so he had the chance to drive a BMW M3 GTS and after seeing his facial expression, he was pretty excited about this idea and I’m not surprised, anyone would give anything to drive a BMW M3 GTS because of its amazing performances and also about the cool design of it.

Because of the reason that this BMW M3 GTS is weighting only 3,285 pounds (a normal BMW M3 is weighting much more: 3,704 pounds) this BMW is much more faster than the standard version of it but of course that if you will have the chance to own such a car, you will be able to use it just for entertainment or to transport yourself and another person to somewhere.

This BMW M3 GTS has a 4.4 liter V8 engine that can develop up to 450 horsepower, which is a way too big power for such a small car so now you should know why I’m so excited about it.

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post Valentino Rossi drives a BMW M3 GTS appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.

Yes, again we talk about the amazing BMW M3 GTS but this time I bring you also 2 videos instead of one video or just pictures. Now you can perfectly see the performances of the new BMW M3 GTS starting with the handling, the way it accelerates and the way it behaves at high speeds.

This is just the third time when we talk about BMW M3 GTS. Last time I brought to you a 360 degrees view and also a view at the interior. Also, the pictures from this post are from the previous mentioned 360 degrees teaser video. You can read that article here.

BMW M3 GTS comes with a 4.4 liter V8 engine which is very big for such a small car. But, there is a very big minus at this car: the price. The sales will start in May 2010 and the price for Germany is 115,000 Euros which is probably the smallest one.

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post VIDEO: BMW M3 GTS on track appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.

A new video from BMW was made but this time is not as cool as the last one was. The last film from BMW was also with a BMW M3 and it was named “Living in The Lights” and you can watch and also read a review made by me in this post. Now, getting back to this teaser video, I have to tell you that what makes this video to be so cool is just the car itself.

It looks very cool with that type of orange and you can see that is not anymore a normal street sport car. It is transformed in something more than sport, you can notice this better looking at the pictures made at the interior. Now, it can’t be named anymore a personal car.

The teaser video gives you a 360 degrees view and also a close look at the interior. This video tells us that this BMW M has a 4.4 liter engine.

About Post Author

Marcus M.

http://www.bmwcoop.com

The post Teaser Video: BMW M3 GTS appeared first on BMWCoop | BMW Blog, BMW News, BMW Reviews.