Which is faster, the BMW M3 Competition or BMW M340i?
In DragGap's equal-condition simulation, the BMW M3 Competition reaches 1 km first by 1.624 seconds, with an estimated 94.4 metre gap.
BMW M3 Competition wins
22.690 s vs 24.315 s · 94.4 m at the first finish.
BMW M3 Competition vs BMW M340i specifications
| Input | BMW M3 Competition | BMW M340i |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power | 375 kW / 503 hp | 285 kW / 382 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Mass | 1805 kg | 1770 kg |
| Power-to-weight | 279 hp/t | 216 hp/t |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 8-SPEED AUTO | 8-SPEED AUTO |
Estimated acceleration and distance results
| Metric | M3 Competition | M340i |
|---|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 3.73 s | 4.37 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.95 s | 4.65 s |
| 1/4 mile | 12.349 s | 13.177 s |
| 1/4-mile trap speed | 182.0 km/h | 168.5 km/h |
| 1 km | 22.690 s | 24.315 s |
Why does the M3 Competition win?
The decisive inputs are the complete system, not peak power alone. The model applies drivetrain efficiency, launch traction, transmission shift interruption, vehicle mass, rolling resistance and speed-dependent aerodynamic drag at 120 updates per second. In this matchup, the BMW M3 Competition turns its 279 hp-per-tonne input into the earlier 1 km finish.
Every value above is generated under the same dry, level, equal-condition simulation. It is useful for relative comparison, not a substitute for an instrumented test of a specific car, tyre, driver, surface or weather condition.
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, the BMW M3 Competition or BMW M340i?
In DragGap's equal-condition simulation, the BMW M3 Competition reaches 1 km first by 1.624 seconds, with an estimated 94.4 metre gap.
Which has more power: BMW M3 Competition or BMW M340i?
BMW M3 Competition has the higher rated-power input at 375 kW (503 hp).
What are the estimated quarter-mile times?
BMW M3 Competition: 12.349 seconds at 182.0 km/h. BMW M340i: 13.177 seconds at 168.5 km/h.
Are these measured track times?
No. They are engineering estimates produced from rated power, torque, mass, drivetrain, transmission, aero and traction inputs. EPA/NHTSA identity and configuration fields are separated from supplemental and modelled performance fields.
Sources and method
- U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov for certified U.S. configuration and economy records.
- NHTSA vPIC for manufacturer-submitted make/model identity.
- Open Vehicle Specs (ODbL 1.0) for clearly labelled supplemental specification fields.
- DragGap methodology and accuracy notes for simulation assumptions and limitations.