c32 amg or bmw m3? which is better and why?
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c32 amg or bmw m3? which is better and why?
i want to know what you ppl think about this comparison...they are in the same class however i hav not seem them compared in a car magazine yet....
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Simple.
Manual transmission.
Advantage: M3.
End of discussion. All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
Manual transmission.
Advantage: M3.
End of discussion. All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
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Originally posted by tommy
All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
my vote goes to the m3 also. i like coupes - 2 doors. i like the cabrio option. i like simplicity - the bmw interior may be plain, but i like it. as mentioned by tommy, manual transmission.
if i think of any more reasons, i'll add to the list.
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tommy, you are very correct about that. another thing that disappoints me is that the majority of the ppl that buy these fine automobiles buy them just to have them and not drive them the way they were intended....hard....if ur spending the extra money to get a c32 over a c240 you really should use it to the fullest potential.....and the manual transmission is sooooo under-rated...ppl cant understand why its so important in a sports car...
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young, i definetly agree with you on that.... i feel the interior of the bmw beautiful due to its simplicity....plus there is so much that you can do to it without making it look as if it was done cheaply or just bad
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Originally posted by tommy
Simple.
Manual transmission.
Advantage: M3.
End of discussion. All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
Simple.
Manual transmission.
Advantage: M3.
End of discussion. All of the ladies who will say that it's not really important either have never driven a manual, or don't deserve either car.
The M3 is a race car for the street. The C32 is a luxo-poseur-cruiser with a big engine.
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c32 amg or bmw m3? which is better and why?
This type of comparison is pointless
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When you talk to a C32 owner, chances are he will say his C32 is better, reality tells you that it will be biased. When you talk to a M3 owner, he will tell you his M3 is better. People usually dont easily admit that they've made a wrong purchase/choice (if they did make one!)
This question has been asked a trillion times. Take a look at the C32 thread. "KWik" is very right, these are totally two different cars targeted for two different group of buyers. Why do people keep comparing them? Shouldnt a C32 be compared to a M5 since they're both 4 doors? Or shouldnt a M3 be compared to a CLK55 because they are both 2 doors? You cant get a "definite" answer.
Go and test drive both of them, the one that you like better will be the better car. As simple as that!
This question has been asked a trillion times. Take a look at the C32 thread. "KWik" is very right, these are totally two different cars targeted for two different group of buyers. Why do people keep comparing them? Shouldnt a C32 be compared to a M5 since they're both 4 doors? Or shouldnt a M3 be compared to a CLK55 because they are both 2 doors? You cant get a "definite" answer.
Go and test drive both of them, the one that you like better will be the better car. As simple as that!
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Many comparisons, try the internet
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BTW, it is very troubling to manly manual owners is if/when they get beaten by a "lady" in an 4-door auto, surely none like that. Especially when the manual should have a .5 sec advantage
BTW, it is very troubling to manly manual owners is if/when they get beaten by a "lady" in an 4-door auto, surely none like that. Especially when the manual should have a .5 sec advantage
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M3 would be my choice. Inline 6 beats any V-factor engine hands down. Manual tranny is a must. Plus, you'll get a better reliability. No ESP/BAS warnings, no faulty fuel gauge, no pulling to the right, no broken window regulator, etc.
I like my Coupe a lot, but If I were to buy a sedan, that would be a Bimmer. This is my first MB; had 2 Bimmers in the past, and my next car will likely be a Bimmer again.
I like my Coupe a lot, but If I were to buy a sedan, that would be a Bimmer. This is my first MB; had 2 Bimmers in the past, and my next car will likely be a Bimmer again.
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This question has been asked a trillion times. Take a look at the C32 thread. "KWik" is very right, these are totally two different cars targeted for two different group of buyers. Why do people keep comparing them? Shouldnt a C32 be compared to a M5 since they're both 4 doors? Or shouldnt a M3 be compared to a CLK55 because they are both 2 doors? You cant get a "definte" answer.
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Originally posted by AHermster
you are both correct to a degree, however, you honestly cannot compare an m5 to a c32 amg only becasue it has four doors...they are totally different classes... if you were to compare an m5 to anything it would hav to be the e55amg only becasue they are in the same class. the c32 is much closer to an m3 and wen the sedan version of the m3 comes out that would be an even better comparison.... now the reason the clk55 and m3 is a poor comparison is becaseu they are totally diff class as well...the clk is a 8cyl engine the m3 a 6cyl. the clk55 amg will be comparable to the bmw 6 series that is coming out this coming yr... so this question is not pointless.....but you are all entitled to you opinions so thats fine
you are both correct to a degree, however, you honestly cannot compare an m5 to a c32 amg only becasue it has four doors...they are totally different classes... if you were to compare an m5 to anything it would hav to be the e55amg only becasue they are in the same class. the c32 is much closer to an m3 and wen the sedan version of the m3 comes out that would be an even better comparison.... now the reason the clk55 and m3 is a poor comparison is becaseu they are totally diff class as well...the clk is a 8cyl engine the m3 a 6cyl. the clk55 amg will be comparable to the bmw 6 series that is coming out this coming yr... so this question is not pointless.....but you are all entitled to you opinions so thats fine
If you are really into comparisons, try to answer this question please: Which is better....Civic or Corolla? Accord or Camry? If one is better than the other, how come so many people are still buying the not so better one?
My only opinion with regards to your question is "try not to compare cars because you will never get a definite answer." I still insist the one that you'll buy IS the better car!
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Originally posted by MacPhisto
The M3 is a race car for the street. The C32 is a luxo-poseur-cruiser with a big engine.
The M3 is a race car for the street. The C32 is a luxo-poseur-cruiser with a big engine.
I would take the C32 in a seconed simply because it has great car and i hate BMW's. Not to mention that the M3 will leave you stranded on the side of the road with a blown engine.
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Originally posted by vadim
M3 would be my choice. Inline 6 beats any V-factor engine hands down. Manual tranny is a must. Plus, you'll get a better reliability. No ESP/BAS warnings, no faulty fuel gauge, no pulling to the right, no broken window regulator, etc.
I like my Coupe a lot, but If I were to buy a sedan, that would be a Bimmer. This is my first MB; had 2 Bimmers in the past, and my next car will likely be a Bimmer again.
M3 would be my choice. Inline 6 beats any V-factor engine hands down. Manual tranny is a must. Plus, you'll get a better reliability. No ESP/BAS warnings, no faulty fuel gauge, no pulling to the right, no broken window regulator, etc.
I like my Coupe a lot, but If I were to buy a sedan, that would be a Bimmer. This is my first MB; had 2 Bimmers in the past, and my next car will likely be a Bimmer again.
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Originally posted by mongoman
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
As far as M3 - C32, as much as I love M-B and generally do not prefer BMW, the M3 has the 6-speed and thats what counts in my book.
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Originally posted by mongoman
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
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Originally posted by AndrewK
Hey theres another real classy comment coming from the owner of a much more classy vehicle.
As far as M3 - C32, as much as I love M-B and generally do not prefer BMW, the M3 has the 6-speed and thats what counts in my book.
Hey theres another real classy comment coming from the owner of a much more classy vehicle.
As far as M3 - C32, as much as I love M-B and generally do not prefer BMW, the M3 has the 6-speed and thats what counts in my book.
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I get your point, but F1 cars currently use computer controlled "automatic" transmission.
mongoman - I would try to say something disparaging about your car, but I dont dislike the C320, instead I'll choose to call you idiot.
mongoman - I would try to say something disparaging about your car, but I dont dislike the C320, instead I'll choose to call you idiot.
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Originally posted by mongoman
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
NNext time buy a real MB. The coupe so so far down the rung.
so i guess i have one MB and one generic MB
i hate to tell u this................but..................the C230 Coupe is just as much a mercedes than any mercedces.
Sorry to break the news to u.
BTW- what kind of car do u have?
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Originally posted by AndrewK
I get your point, but F1 cars currently use computer controlled "automatic" transmission.
I get your point, but F1 cars currently use computer controlled "automatic" transmission.
An F1 transmission is mechanically a MANUAL transmission that is hydromechanically shifted.
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Originally posted by MacPhisto
A F1 transmission bears no mechanical resemblance to the slushbox, torque converter equipped, automatic on an C32.
An F1 transmission is mechanically a MANUAL transmission that is hydromechanically shifted.
A F1 transmission bears no mechanical resemblance to the slushbox, torque converter equipped, automatic on an C32.
An F1 transmission is mechanically a MANUAL transmission that is hydromechanically shifted.
