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Comparing the M2 with the M240i
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Here is what you get on the M2 that you don't with the M240i for the same money.
Let me know if I have missed any differences between the cars. Last edited by gregzimm; 03-20-2017 at 11:36 AM.. |
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03-20-2017, 09:55 AM | #2 |
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Wow, nice! Two things jumped out at me:
- The power steering being a different system (I didn't know that but makes sense); - The seats - why doesn't the M240i get 14-way adjustable as an option? |
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03-20-2017, 09:58 AM | #3 |
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There is no LSD on the M240.
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03-20-2017, 10:11 AM | #5 |
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Nice work. However, I would think the flared fenders and wider tires on the M2 would increase aerodynamic drag rather than decrease it. Also, the limited slip differential on the M2 is mechanical, with electronic controls.
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Every LSD is mechanical, they all need actual physical moving parts to work. The electronic controls are what makes the M2's an eDiff so the OP is right. As far as drag just compare the two CDs and you'll see M2 is higher due to design. Whether or not those are because of flares is up for debate. Last edited by gmzanatta; 03-20-2017 at 10:35 AM.. |
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This is a whole different beast, where inside the eDiff you have clutch packs that can control wheel spin at each wheel very precisely. It can still torque vector like above in addition to the eDiff control. |
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I have an M2 and M140i
B58 engine of the M140i is perfect in throttle response maybe even better then the M2. But active sport steering is not my liking. The M2 steering is much much better. |
03-20-2017, 10:59 AM | #14 |
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The M in M2 is very different than the M in M240i.
The M in M2 is Motorsports. The M in M240i is Marketing. But great comparison review. The 240 is a better value overall, but I suspect the M2 will hold it's resale better. Both will make you smile every time you drive it. The bottom line is if you are doing such a comparison, you don't really want an M car. The same comparison can be done for the 540 vs M5 and 340 vs M3. Most of it is marketing and a good amount is emotion. Go with the car which provides more of the items you want/need in a car. In 6 months there will be another 2 series which tops both. Mike
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McLaren also make use of TV 'diffs'. I though Porsche too(?), some models. Cheers Robin |
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back on topic and away from diffs (although my S4 had torque vectoring and it's pretty awesome although because audi isn't as balanced and setup as well as a BMW it needs it.)
Why would anyone buy a M240i over an M2? Is there any reason whatsoever to pay more for less? A lot less. I don't understand that at all. The only thing I could think of is you can get the m240 in awd. that is super appealing to me in Canada and through our winter. Other than that I don't see any logic or reason in that pricing structure. you pay more for an inferior car with less equipment, lower quality equipment and it doesn't look even close to as nice. |
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The active diff of the M2 is good but not perfect.
It gives the outside wheel some more rotation to get front better turned it. It works. But if you make slide with almost no steering lock the diff sometimes doesn t know what to do. The best is always a pure mechanical diff. No electronic or brake interference! Then you have no surprises. |
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03-20-2017, 11:41 AM | #18 |
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All the sources I have found state the drag for the M2 is less as well as reducing lift by 35 percent over the M240i. If true that is a win win for the M2.
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1) It's available (and discounted) 2) you can affordably lease the M240i because the residuals aren't insanely low 3) you can get it in AWD which has proved quite popular 4) you want more daily drivability. 5) you want the ability to configure the car including colors and options. The last two will be debated, but many of the side-by-side reviews note the more compliant ride and the list of options unavailable on the M2. Obviously, the folks on this thread disagree, want the features in the M2 unavailable on the M240i, and are willing to wait for them. That said, with these five reasons I can see why some folks would prefer the M240i. Let's not be haters. Last edited by STK; 03-20-2017 at 11:49 AM.. |
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Let's be honest, m2 doesn't have 30HP more. Just about the same power and a lot less in tuning potential. 240 is more drivable in the city and has AWD as an option. M2 should dominate on the rest.
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