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Originally Posted by kyrix1st
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Originally Posted by SethC
Can anyone explain to me why do they need to have a rwd version of the M3 too if they have an AWD one?
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Weight.
You will be surprised how much more nimble a car is without the additional 70-80kg in drivetrain components.
Weight is also the main reason why regularly tracked 911s are almost never AWD models despite the rear engine layout which inherently reduces front end grip. |
Full disclosure — I've never owned an M-car but I do own a RWD M340i and I love it. But here's the crazy part... this car weighs nearly 3850lbs (RWD) and about 4000 lbs (AWD) and it's classified as a compact sports sedan! Don't get me wrong, it's a huge upgrade in every possible way from my F36 435i. But when did compact sports sedans start weighing that much?!?