pictures of the M2 next to my 1M

RaceCarDriver · 11-28-2015, 07:46 PM

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Parked my 1M next to the M2 and took a few shots. I have a deposit down on the M2, can't wait to do a real comparision. Sun was setting when I took the photos.

What is your opinion regarding looks compared with the 1M?

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Specs compared from comparison thread: http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1183712

BMW M2

3.0L Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N55)
365 hp @ 6500 RPM
343 lb-ft @ 1400-5560 RPM (with +26 lb-ft overboost)
7000 RPM rev limiter
0-60 mph: 4.2 sec (w/ DCT and Launch Control)
0-60 mph: 4.4 sec (6 speed manual)
155 mph top speed
Width: 73 in
Height: 55.5 in
Wheelbase: 106 in
US Curb Weight: 3450 lbs (MT) / 3505 (DCT)

BMW 1 Series M Coupe

3.0L Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N54)
335 hp @ 5900rpm
332 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 RPM (with + 37lb-ft overboost)
7000 rpm redline
0-60 mph: 4.7 sec
155 mph top speed
Width: 71 in
Height: 55.9 in
Wheelbase: 104.72 in
DIN weight 3,296 lbs

Artemis · 11-28-2015, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

parked my 1M next to the M2 and took a few shots. I have a deposit down on the M2, can't wait to do a real comparision. Sun was setting when I took the photos.
What is your opinion regarding looks compared with the 1M?

No, let's do it the other way around: what was your impression when beholding the M2 up-close ?

RaceCarDriver · 11-28-2015, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Artemis

No, let's do it the other way around: what was your impression when beholding the M2 up-close ?

I love the front and the side of the M2, not sure what I think of the rear. I like the 1M rear better

gthal · 11-28-2015, 07:50 PM

Both great looking cars!

I never "loved" the front of the 1M (the weird headlights) but they both are beautiful vehicles.

Artemis · 11-28-2015, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

I love the front and the side of the M2, not sure what I think of the rear. I like the 1M rear better

Thanks. And now on to the delicate topic: what did you think about LBB in sunlight and shadow ?

gthal · 11-28-2015, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

I love the front and the side of the M2, not sure what I think of the rear. I like the 1M rear better

I think I agree with this... the front and profile of the M2 is great. The rear is not bad but not great either IMO.

gthal · 11-28-2015, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Artemis

Thanks. And now on to the delicate topic: what did you think about LBB in sunlight and shadow ?

You are walking a very fine line

RaceCarDriver · 11-28-2015, 08:03 PM

I love LBB. I have seen it before on the X6M.

Seagull · 11-28-2015, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

I love the front and the side of the M2, not sure what I think of the rear. I like the 1M rear better

The change in the M2 rear bumper I would make is to have the lower bumper crease follow the diffuser. I.e. make an "indentation downwards" like the 1M, so the coloured bumper goes up above the exhaust on one side, dips a bit lower in the middle and comes up above the exhaust on the other side. I have no real issues with the rear though.

TunedM2C · 11-28-2015, 08:45 PM

How'd you get the white X3 to move over a spot?

RaceCarDriver · 11-28-2015, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Strongbark

How'd you get the white X3 to move over a spot?

I moved it after I was done driving the M2.

Benzima · 11-28-2015, 09:45 PM

Love both cars!

IEDEI · 11-28-2015, 09:51 PM

i am so glad someone finally did this. The 1M looks like a total classic in these photos......love it! long live the 1M!

So race car driver----opinions on the M2 in person as a 1M owner?

IEDEI · 11-28-2015, 09:56 PM

straightened this photo to get a better perspective

gthal · 11-28-2015, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by fuddman

The color on the M2 is awkward, unflattering and embarrassingly out place with the design.
The color on the 1M, strikes me as a juvenile attempt at attention grabbing.
Other than that, I'm sure they are fine cars.

Not everyone wants to live in a sea of gray

IEDEI · 11-28-2015, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by fuddman

The color on the M2 is awkward, unflattering and embarrassingly out place with the design.
The color on the 1M, strikes me as a juvenile attempt at attention grabbing.
Other than that, I'm sure they are fine cars.

Life is too short to drive black, grey, and white cars.

I think the LBB is a great colour for the M2 as well.

so you think this was juvenile as well? It was the inspiration behind Valencia Orange on the 1M.

fuddman · 11-28-2015, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by gthal

Not everyone wants to live in a sea of gray

Or white. Or black
Unfortunately, with this car, it may come to that.

RaceCarDriver · 11-28-2015, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by IEDEI

i am so glad someone finally did this. The 1M looks like a total classic in these photos......love it! long live the 1M!

So race car driver----opinions on the M2 in person as a 1M owner?

I think the M2 looks great, but I would never sell my 1M.

IEDEI · 11-28-2015, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

I think the M2 looks great, but I would never sell my 1M.

good call, man!!!

what are you selling from your amazing stable to get the M2? or adding it?

Jbrock22 · 11-28-2015, 10:54 PM

Just my opinion , but the front of the M2 over done. Deal killer for me.

KGun · 11-29-2015, 07:21 AM

I love the 1M, part of the reason I'm going in on the M2.

What option retracts the mirrors on said M2?

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KGun · 11-29-2015, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Jbrock22

Just my opinion , but the front of the M2 over done. Deal killer for me.

Do you want it to look aggressive, or very similar to that 235 so called M?? Come on man........

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RaceCarDriver First Lieutenant 304 Rep 308 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW M2 LBB 6 speed Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Bergen County, New Jersey iTrader: (0)	pictures of the M2 next to my 1M Featured on BIMMERPOST.com Parked my 1M next to the M2 and took a few shots. I have a deposit down on the M2, can't wait to do a real comparision. Sun was setting when I took the photos. What is your opinion regarding looks compared with the 1M? Specs compared from comparison thread: http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1183712 BMW M2 3.0L Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N55) 365 hp @ 6500 RPM 343 lb-ft @ 1400-5560 RPM (with +26 lb-ft overboost) 7000 RPM rev limiter 0-60 mph: 4.2 sec (w/ DCT and Launch Control) 0-60 mph: 4.4 sec (6 speed manual) 155 mph top speed Width: 73 in Height: 55.5 in Wheelbase: 106 in US Curb Weight: 3450 lbs (MT) / 3505 (DCT) BMW 1 Series M Coupe 3.0L Turbo inline 6 cylinder (N54) 335 hp @ 5900rpm 332 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 RPM (with + 37lb-ft overboost) 7000 rpm redline 0-60 mph: 4.7 sec 155 mph top speed Width: 71 in Height: 55.9 in Wheelbase: 104.72 in DIN weight 3,296 lbs __________________ Current Cars - BMW 1M, BMW E46 M3, BMW M2 took delivery 5/6/16 - 2001 BMW M Coupe S54 - 1996 Porsche 993 Turbo -2005 Acura NSX - Mclaren 570s Instagram: @glenns_car_collection YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Glenns Car Collection https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWT...iVSFmK7nz6Q5_w website: www.glennscarcollection.com
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