BMW M2 vs BMW 1M Coupe – Video

 

The BMW M2 is amazing but how does it stand up against its predecessor, the BMW 1M Coupe?

BMW M2 Specs:

PRICE AS TESTED:$57,395 (base price: $55,595)

ENGINE TYPE:turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve inline-6, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection

DISPLACEMENT:182 cu in, 2979 cc
Power: 365 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm

TRANSMISSION:7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 106.0 in
Length: 176.2 in
Width: 73.0 in Height:55.5 in
Passenger volume: 89 cu ft
Cargo volume: 14 cu ft
Curb weight: 3510 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 4.0 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 9.6 sec
Zero to 130 mph: 18.3 sec
Zero to 150 mph: 28.6 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 4.4 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 2.4 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 2.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.5 sec @ 113 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 163 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 155 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.99 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway driving: 20/27 mpg
C/D observed: 19 mpg