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Which is faster?
The BMW E46 M3 is faster — 9s quicker on average across 9 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | BMW E46 M3 E46 M3 | Mazda RX7 S4 FC RX7 S4 FC |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 2001-2006 | 1986-1992 |
| horsepower | 337 | 147 |
| torque (N_M) | 365 | 183 |
| weight (KG) | 1,470 | 1,223 |
| Power to Weight | 0.23 | 0.12 |
| Rank | #162 | #161 |
| Tire |
220 P ZERO ROSSO
235/35/19 / 265/30/19 |
200 POTENZA RE-71RS |
| engine Description | 3.2L NA I6 (S54B32 ) | 1.3L turbo rotary (13B) |
| gearbox | 6 SPEED MANUAL | 5-SPEED MANUAL |
| drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2730 | 2428 |
| width (MM) | 1780 | 1689 |
| length (MM) | 4490 | 4290 |
| height (MM) | 1370 | 1240 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 4 SECs | 8 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 249 | 209 |
| price MSRP | $ 47,100 | $ 12,000 |
| Current Value | $ 45,000 | $ 18,000 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | -0.42s | +0.57s |
BMW E46 M3 E46 M3 — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | E46 M3 E46 M3 | RX7 S4 FC RX7 S4 F… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | 1:57.597 | 1:56.45 | +1.14 | Medium | 141–200 | ▶ VS ▶ |
Additional Lap Times
| Track Name | E46 M3 E46 M3 | RX7 S4 FC RX7 S4 F… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | 1:48.038 | 1:56.45 | -8.41 | Race / Med | 80 / 200 | |
| Suzuka Circuit (CW) | 2:24.38 | 2:24.74 | -0.36 | Med / Light | 80 / 200 | |
| Buttonwillow Raceway (Circuit) | 1:51.21 | 1:58.01 | -6.8 | Race / Stock | 40 / 200 | ▶ VS ▶ |
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