What they have in common is the drive and chassis technology designed for an extremely emotional driving experience. The power for outstanding performance is supplied by a V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, which mobilizes a maximum output of 460 kW/625 hp and a maximum torque of 750 Nm. Due to its typical M high-revving character, the engine develops high drive torque over a wide load range, which is optimally applied to the road via an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and the M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Their precisely coordinated interaction enables exciting, sporty driving manoeuvres, such as acceleration from a standing start to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds (BMW M8 Competition Coupé and BMW M8 Competition Gran Coupé) or 3,3 seconds (BMW M8 Competition Cabriolet).
Suspension technology developed with racing know-how and tailored to each model ensures the harmony of dynamics, agility and precision in handling characteristic of BMW M automobiles in every situation. The experience gained during the development of the BMW M8 GTE racing car was also used.
