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Which is faster?
The BMW Z3 M Coupe E36 is faster — 3.5s quicker on average across 6 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | BMW Z3 M Coupe E36 Z3 M Coupe E36 | Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 Golf R Mk7 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 1998-2002 | 2015-2019 |
| horsepower | 325 | 296 |
| torque (N_M) | 350 | 380 |
| weight (KG) | 1,375 | 1,389 |
| Power to Weight | 0.24 | 0.21 |
| Rank | #192 | #191 |
| Tire | 220 PILOT SPORT PS2 |
240 CONTISPORTCONTACT 5P
235/35/19 |
| engine Description | 3.2L NA I6 (S54B32 ) | 2.0L turbo I4 VW Golf R |
| drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2459 | 2632 |
| width (MM) | 1740 | 1790 |
| length (MM) | 4025 | 4276 |
| height (MM) | 1280 | 1436 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 5 SECs | 5 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 249 | 249 |
| price MSRP | $ 46,000 | $ 40,395 |
| Current Value | $ 60,000 | $ 27,500 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | +1.99s | +1.12s |
BMW Z3 M Coupe E36 Z3 M Coupe E36 — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | Z3 M Coupe E36 Z3 M Cou… | Golf R Mk7 Golf R M… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) | 1:23.69 | 1:26.07 | -2.38 | Medium | 141–200 | |
| Willow Springs Raceway (Streets - CCW) | 1:23.29 | 1:24.73 | -1.44 | Medium | 141–200 |
Additional Lap Times
| Track Name | Z3 M Coupe E36 Z3 M Cou… | Golf R Mk7 Golf R M… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorsport Ranch-MSR Cresson (3.1) | 2:28.25 | 2:40.22 | -11.97 | Med / Light | 200 / 200 | |
| Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | 1:59.69 | 1:59.671 | +0.01 | Med / Heavy | 200 / 200 |
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