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BMW M2 CSL Turbomeister Edition Has 2002 Hommage Concept Inspired Looks And 513 HP

We’ve seen quite a few tuned BMW M2s over the years, yet not many are as crazy as this 2018 Competition model. Unofficially named the M2 CSL Turbomeister Edition, it is a privately owned car that has been comprehensively modified.

Topaz was in charge of protecting the orange (Inka 22 – a BMW historical color used on the 2002) and black body, and the special decals, whereas Alpha-N signed the carbon roof. The performance exhaust system, whose quad tailpipes are housed in the new diffuser, came from Akrapovic, the 19-inch wheels bear BBS’ signature and the matte black side skirts were made by AC Schnitzer.

At the same time, BMW’s design department allowed the owner to check out the 2002 Hommage Concept from 2016 in real life for inspiration.

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A full suspension kit from AST was installed, while the front brakes discs were replaced by smaller offerings from Nashin that keep the six-pot calipers in place. This move alone has allowed the car to shed 16 kg (35 lbs), and all the mods resulted in a total weight reduction of more than 110 kg (243 lbs). The brake lines were swapped for new ones and the brake pads were also changed. The rear axle retains the stock brakes, although all four calipers were painted orange.

In addition to the aftermarket titanium exhaust, the M2 CSL Turbomeister features an Eventuri air intake and a few other mods that have lifted the output and torque of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight-six to 520 PS (513 HP / 382 kW) and 660 Nm (487 lb-ft). This represents a 110 PS (108 HP / 81 kW) and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) increase over the stock car, which does the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint in just a little over 4 seconds with the optional seven-speed DCT transmission, before maxing out at 250 km/h (155 mph), or 280 km/h (174 mph) with the M Driver’s Package.

Greeting users upon opening the door are the bespoke puddle lights, and once inside, they will see the Alcantara and leather wrapped steering wheel with red 12 o’clock marker and custom paddle shifters. It also sports carbon fiber and Alcantara for the gear shifter and handbrake lever, M Performance pedal covers and an additional display mounted in the middle of the dashboard for the diagnostic data.

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BMW M2 CS And Porsche Cayman GT4 Vie For Straight-Line Speed Honors

While supercar manufacturers continue to engage in a seemingly never-ending horsepower war, it’s good to know that there are still some sports cars that aren’t all about on-paper performance but are instead focused on driving thrills. Take the BMW M2 CS and Porsche Cayman GT4, for example.

While the M2 CS and the Cayman GT4 represent the flagship variants of their respective bloodlines, they are not solely focused on crazy output numbers and lap times. Instead, they offer just the right amount of power that can actually be used on the street. However, performance cannot be overlooked, which begs the question which of the two is the fastest.

To find out, Lovecars recently conducted a drag race between the M2 CS and the Cayman GT4. It’s worth pointing out the GT4 featured is the 981-generation model and not the latest iteration. Nevertheless, it is an absolute pleasure to drive.

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As the M2 CS uses a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 444 hp and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque, it has a significant power advantage over the Cayman GT4 that is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.8-liter flat-six with 380 hp and 310 lb-ft (420 Nm). Both are rear-wheel drive and are fitted with six-speed manual transmissions.

In theory, then, the M2 CS is faster than the Cayman GT4, so did it manage to beat the Porsche in a straight line?

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Should You Go For The “Regular” BMW M2 Instead Of The M2 Competition?

Both the BMW M2 and M2 Competition have been widely praised since they hit the market, and even though the regular M2 is no longer available new, it is a very compelling prospect on the used car market. Knowing just how good the M2 is, YouTuber Seen Through Glass decided to see if it is actually better value than the M2 Competition.

The black M2 featured in this clip has 15,000 miles (24,140 km) on the clock and is currently up for sale for £31,990 ($40,537). By comparison, the orange BMW M2 Competition present here is also a used model but has just 1,500 miles (2,414 km) under its belt and an asking price of £44,990 ($57,011). That’s quite a big difference, so it’s understandable why someone may find the regular M2 more appealing.

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In terms of power, the M2 is driven by the N55 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder that produces 365 hp at 6,500 rpm and 343 lb-ft (465 Nm) of torque between 1,450 and 4,750 rpm. The car was offered from the factory with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch that directed power solely to the rear wheels.

By comparison, the M2 Competition hit the market with a detuned version of the S55 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged straight-six used by the F80 M3 and F82 M4. This engine is good for 405 hp between 5,370 rpm and 7,200 rpm and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque between 2,350 rpm and 5,230 rpm.

Which of the two is the best to drive and the better value? Watch the review in full to find out.

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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0, BMW M2 CS And Mercedes-AMG A45 S Go To War

In spite of having different layouts, the BMW M2 CS, Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 and Mercedes-AMG A45 S offer similar straight-line performance, but which one is faster at the track?

That’s what we are about to find out, as AutoBildSportsCars put them at the Lausitzring with an experienced driver at the helm to see how they fared against the clock.

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Before placing your bets, let’s run down each car’s specs, starting with the 718 Cayman GTS 4.0, which boasts a mid-engine and rear-wheel drive layout. Power comes from a 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six, with 394 HP (399 PS / 294 kW) and 308 lb-ft (418 Nm) of torque that’s hooked up to a six-speed manual transmission. From nought to 60 mph (0-96 km/h) it needs 4.3 seconds, and it maxes out at 182 mph (293 km/h).

The M2 CS has its engine at the front, and it’s a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six that pushes out 444 HP (450 PS / 331 kW) and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque. It’s matched to either a six-speed manual or seven-speed DCT, for a 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) sprint in 4.0 and 3.8 seconds respectively, and a top speed of up to 174 mph (280 km/h).

Based on a front-biased all-wheel drive platform, the AMG A45 S is the king of mega hatchbacks, with a 2.0-liter turbo-four that makes 415 HP (421 PS / 310 kW) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. The power is channeled to all four wheels via an eight-speed DCT, a setup that translates into a 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) of 3.8 seconds and a 168 mph (270 km/h) top speed.

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