BMW M3 Competition vs Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance
A rear-drive straight-six against an all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid: the two German performance saloons took very different roads.
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BMW M3 Competition (G80), 2021–present
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Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance (W206), 2023–present
At a glance
The key differences
The Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance makes 168 hp more: 671 hp against 503 hp for the BMW M3 Competition.
The Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance has the torque advantage, 1,020 Nm to 650 Nm.
To 100 km/h, the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance is quicker at 3.4 s against 3.9 s.
They put power down differently: BMW M3 Competition is RWD, Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance is AWD.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | BMW M3 Competition | Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2021–present | 2023–present |
| Class | Performance saloon | Performance saloon |
| Engine | 3.0 L, S58 | 2.0 L, M139 |
| Layout | Inline-6 | Inline-4 plug-in hybrid |
| Aspiration | Twin-turbocharged | Turbocharged with electric motor |
| Power | 503 hp (375 kW, 510 PS) | 671 hp (500 kW, 680 PS) |
| Torque | 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) | 1,020 Nm (752 lb-ft) |
| Power at | 6,250 rpm | — |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.4 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 280 km/h |
| Drive | RWD | AWD |
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Differential | Active M Differential (electronically controlled, rear) | Electronically controlled limited-slip (rear) |
| Kerb weight | — | — |
| Power to weight | — | — |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
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