klier
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X5 M / X6 M [Official] BMW X6 M Thread
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The X5 M is the high-performance variant of the X5. In April 2009, the X6 M version was announced, with a 408 kW (547 hp) version of the BMW S63 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. The BMW X5 M and X6 M are the first vehicles from BMW M GmbH to have xDrive all-wheel-drive system and automatic transmissions, and are also crossovers as opposed to passenger cars.
klier
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Yeah, could be that too. A camera facing the pavement isn't that good of an idea anyways....
I want to read what Martinbo has to say about the power and torque diagram of the new M turbo V8!!!!!
Cashmere
RPM Ruler
yeah, probably part of the light package or something. Doesnt really make sense for it to be a camera.
Sayyaaf
Autotechnik Ace
Well that torque diagram isn't real life stats collected from dayno run or something, it is just restating the official figures in a graphical way.
Anyways it is impressive and thats about it. BUT i am afraid the next generation of this engine will have to stroke it to 4.8 like Porsche to compensate for the lag and make the idling torque a little bit higher.
Poverty
Oversteer Expert
Ehhh no it doesnt. That follows a typical turbocharged cars power curve.WOW!! That power and torque diagram looks so unreal for a twin turbo V8.....like it's a NA
Don't apologise. I'm afraid to say I think you're right. I love the X5 and X6 as vehicles, but these are very poorly executed M versions.
Zafiro
Supreme Roadmaster
siko
Tire Trailblazer
OK, I've held my tongue for 24 hours or so to soak this up... although I love this new engine and the performance figures are very impressive for such heavy beasts, I can't help feel a little pissed about the direction M has taken.
In the end I don't mind so much seeing these M versions but NOT at the expense of not having Z4M and a true 1er M versions.
So in the end, I'm not very impressed.
In the end I don't mind so much seeing these M versions but NOT at the expense of not having Z4M and a true 1er M versions.
So in the end, I'm not very impressed.
VroomVroom
Autotechnik Ace
I would have much rather seen the Z4M as well, rather than these two
I still can't get over how BMW have actually canceled the Z4M and the Z4 coupe!!!
I would have much rather seen the Z4M as well, rather than these two
I still can't get over how BMW have actually canceled the Z4M and the Z4 coupe!!!
What on EARTH are you talking about? The Z4 M and the Z4 Coupe have not been cancelled!
The Z4 M is doubtful to be seen in the convertible version because the S65 V8 engine doesn't fit, but it may well be seen in an upcoming Z4 M Coupe to be launched around 2012.
The Z4 Coupe has not been cancelled!
EnI
Piston Pioneer
There will be no individually designed Z4 coupe (as it was case Z3 & MkI Z4 case).
Perhaps a Z4 with fixed roof - but with exactly the same shape as the roadster. Probably as "tii" version.
M version ... E89 was not made with new M 6-cylinder twin-turbo in mind. Therefore it's not sure the engine would fit in Z4 engine bay at all. Especially if being made in V6 form. The engine is made for M3 ... If it will fit in Z4 as well - then perhaps Z4 will be offered. Otherwise not. If - then with the Z4 facelift - as it was the case with E85.
But I was told BMW would rather go with "tii" variant. Performance Pack + Power Boost for N54 engine.
Perhaps a Z4 with fixed roof - but with exactly the same shape as the roadster. Probably as "tii" version.
M version ... E89 was not made with new M 6-cylinder twin-turbo in mind. Therefore it's not sure the engine would fit in Z4 engine bay at all. Especially if being made in V6 form. The engine is made for M3 ... If it will fit in Z4 as well - then perhaps Z4 will be offered. Otherwise not. If - then with the Z4 facelift - as it was the case with E85.
But I was told BMW would rather go with "tii" variant. Performance Pack + Power Boost for N54 engine.
SCOTT27
Drift Dynamo
BMW have been testing fixed top versions of the Z4 but it is not a unique design as the classic Z4 Coupe. If photographers got up and close to these car they will see the tubes of insulation stuck on the roof joints and the rear deck that disguise the fixed roof from the cabrio , evident in some hardtops that are still seen with some elements of disguise.
To offset the position of an Z4 M. BMW will offer a package under it's "Performance" banner. The big question I have seen on many forum today is what bids for the X1 and X3 ?
Right now it is impossible to discuss or see I expect after a years sales after market introduction would give us the answer , now it is far too early to comprehend.
To offset the position of an Z4 M. BMW will offer a package under it's "Performance" banner. The big question I have seen on many forum today is what bids for the X1 and X3 ?
Right now it is impossible to discuss or see I expect after a years sales after market introduction would give us the answer , now it is far too early to comprehend.
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BMW M GmbH, formerly known as BMW Motorsport GmbH, is a subsidiary of
BMW AG that manufactures high-performance luxury cars. BMW M ("M" for "motorsport")
was initially created to facilitate BMW's racing program, which was very successful
in the 1960s and 1970s. As time passed, BMW M began to supplement BMW's vehicle
portfolio with specially modified higher trim models, for which they are now most
known by the general public. These M-badged cars traditionally include modified engines,
transmissions, suspensions, interior trims, aerodynamics, and exterior modifications
to set them apart from their counterparts. All M models are tested and tuned at BMW's
private facility at the Nürburgring racing circuit in Germany.
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