BMW’s
NEW M3 xDRIVE ALTERNATIVES
The Audi’s 3.8sec 0-62mph acceleration claim is quick enough to beat that of the standard rear-wheeldrive BMW M3 Competition (3.9sec). Both will hit 180mph with the right options.
USED M3 xDRIVE ALTERNATIVES
M xDrive system adds only 50kg to the M3’s kerb weight – less than the mass of one adult passenger. At that, it’s probably worth having just in case, especially since you can deactivate it so simply.
FORD MUSTANG MACH 1 £55,255 Tech highlights: 454bhp, 1745kg, 0-62mph in 4.8sec, 166mph Only a two-door and has no 4WD option but is enticing all the same. If you want something brimming with kerbside presence and audible allure, look no further.
VAUXHALL VXR8 GTS
£35,995 (2015/15-plate, 65k miles)
PEUGEOT 508 PSE