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10 postsAlpina vs BMW M: what is the difference?
Alpina and BMW M both build fast BMWs, but with different philosophies. History, engines, comfort, gearboxes, rarity and which kind of fast BMW suits you best.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 5 min readBMW M340i vs M3: is the full M car worth the extra?
The M340i and M3 share a body but offer very different experiences. Engines, performance, comfort, running costs, practicality and whether the full M3 is worth the extra money.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 4 min readBMW M240i vs M2: which compact BMW should you buy?
The M240i and M2 are both compact BMW coupés with straight-six engines. Engines, performance, drive, gearboxes, comfort, running costs and which one suits you best.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 5 min readBMW M3 G80 vs M3 F80: which M3 should you buy?
The M3 G80 and the M3 F80 are both twin-turbo straight-six M3s, but they feel very different. Engine, gearboxes, xDrive, design, costs and which one suits you best.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 7 min readBMW N54 vs N55 vs B58: which turbo straight-six is best?
Three generations of BMW turbocharged straight-six engines compared: the twin-turbo N54, the single-turbo N55 and the modular B58. Design, character, known weak points and what to look for.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 7 min readBMW manual vs SMG vs DCT vs Steptronic: M gearboxes compared
BMW M cars have used four main types of gearbox: manual, SMG, M DCT and M Steptronic. How each one works, how it feels to drive and what owners should know about reliability.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 5 min readBMW M2 F87 vs M2 G87: which M2 should you buy?
The compact M car in two generations: the playful F87 and the powerful G87. Engines, gearboxes, weight, technology and an honest answer to which M2 is right for you.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 6 min readBMW M4 G82 vs M4 F82: which M4 is right for you?
The first M4 or the second? An honest comparison of the F82 and G82 M4: engines, gearboxes, all-wheel drive, design, technology and what each one is like to own.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Comparisons · 6 min readBMW M3 E46 vs M3 E92: straight-six or V8?
Two of the best M3s ever made, with two very different engines. An honest comparison of the E46 and E92 M3 for buyers who want a modern classic they can drive.
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