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Originally Posted by zenmaster
Stock Cayman S 2954lbs/295hp = 10.0 lb/hp
Stock 335i e92 3584lbs/315hp = 11.4 lb/hp
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Just wanted to point out the above power to weight ratios are a bit flawed.
First, the stock 335i is equally as fast as the stock Cayman S.
Both have identical 0-60 times and similiar 1/4 mile times too.
How is that?
Well, do the power to weight ratio with the following for the BMW 335i
3350 lbs / 320 hp = 10.4 lbs/hp
BMW lists the weight of their cars with a driver, cargo, and 90% full tank of fuel. Remove the driver and cargo and the weight of a manual coupe is around 3350 lbs. Plus the 335i engine really puts about 320 hp out of it.
That gives a power to weight ratio of nearly identical with the Cayman S, the torque of the 335i and gearing variances make the two cars equals in the acceleration arena stock.