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Which is faster?
The BMW E46 M3 is faster — 3s quicker on average across 34 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | BMW E46 M3 E46 M3 | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 9 Lancer Evolution 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 2001-2006 | 2005-2007 |
| horsepower | 337 | 286 |
| torque (N_M) | 365 | 392 |
| weight (KG) | 1,470 | 1,440 |
| Power to Weight | 0.23 | 0.2 |
| Rank | #162 | #164 |
| Tire |
220 P ZERO ROSSO
235/35/19 / 265/30/19 |
180 A13C
235/45/17 |
| engine Description | 3.2L NA I6 (S54B32 ) | 2.0L turbo I4 (4G63) |
| gearbox | 6 SPEED MANUAL | 5-SPEED MANUAL |
| drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2730 | 2624 |
| width (MM) | 1780 | 1770 |
| length (MM) | 4490 | 4491 |
| height (MM) | 1370 | 1450 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 4 SECs | 6 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 249 | 245 |
| price MSRP | $ 47,100 | $ 37,000 |
| Current Value | $ 45,000 | $ 65,000 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | -0.4s | -5.83s |
BMW E46 M3 E46 M3 — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | E46 M3 E46 M3 | Lancer Evolution 9 Lancer E… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt (Pre 2024)) | 1:31.1 | 1:30.6 | +0.5 | Medium | 141–200 | |
| Homestead-Miami Speedway (Road Course) | 1:38.05 | 1:37.5 | +0.55 | Medium | 141–200 | |
| Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) | 1:31.01 | 1:28.53 | +2.48 | Race | 141–200 | |
| Autodromo di Franciacorta (Full CW) | 1:20.6 | 1:18.9 | +1.7 | Medium | 141–200 | |
| Willow Springs Raceway (Streets CCW Pre 2022) | 1:25 | 1:25.5 | -0.5 | Medium | 141–200 |
Additional Lap Times
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