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Originally Posted by solstice
I think the jump in overall performance is going to be this generations standout and I’m not going to leave any of it on the table. AT+AWD+Competition for me 
If it’s $10k difference that will be a bargain for what you get.
I’m not married to a specific transmission. My E90 M3 was DCT and I love it, my F80 is 6 MT and I would not want it any other way. I’m sure I’ll enjoy the AT for it’s different set of merits.
It’s no longer the 20th century when AT by default ruined any car... |
I would say performance is more accessible on the AWD model
However with any type of serious track driving the RWD platform will win because of the lack of extra weight (front diff + transfer case) in the front and also less maintenance on consumables due to wear and tear.