This time, though, it’s different. It’s a dynamic subject, a comparison, and today it won’t be any winner. At least, I will avoid to say my opinion, mainly because it’s a matter of taste. Anyway, the truth is that the 3 liter turbocharged engine sounds superb through any exhaust.

The verdict will be even more difficult, because of the celebrity of the three brands involved in this comparison. The first one is Akrapovic. I don’t know how exactly what’s the best way to describe this company, but, instead, I’ll say that, traditionally, they manufacture exhausts for motorcycles, and only recently they started working on automobiles. They’re best known for equipping a few teams from Moto GP, superbike and supersport. And, maybe the thing that no one knows, Akrapovic is a Slovenian brand!

Next – the world leader in sport exhausts. Their story is impressive: in 26 years, they managed to be present in 60 countries, starting from only 5 employees. In only three years from the beginning, the company built a production area of 12.000 square meters!

Finally, the last exhaust system comes from the Motorsport division of BMW. Yes, it’s the stock exhaust, and we know it’s an impressive sounding system.

Which one is the greatest, and more interesting – does it worth replacing the original exhaust system with an aftermarket one? You’ll decide!

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In few occasions, people from BMW said, unofficially, that a new, lighter version of the M2 model is currently under development. It could be a GTS, or even a CSL. No one knows, but everyone hopes it will bring extra horses, lesser weight and a more track-focused philosophy.

If this is true, what should we expect? First, as in the M4 GTS’ case, lighter body panels, made of carbon fiber. We can include here the engine bonnet, the roof, and the front splitter. This will also lower the center of gravity, promising a better handling. Onboard, a new pair of lighter seats and, generally, lighter materials, will drop a few kilograms. The same story repeats to the exhaust system, which could be made of titan.

Then, a proper aero package, featuring a large wing, designed to keep the car on track. The suspension will probably be adjustable, while the fading – free carbon – ceramic brakes will stop the car fast, even in the most demanding conditions.

It’s possible that the 3.0 liter turbocharged engine will raise its power to about 400 hp. In that case, we can expect to see a new Active M differential, developed to optimize the torque sent to the rear wheels.

There’s only one condition – that the rumors will come true. And if everything will prove to be more than a dream – I can’t wait to see what will be the M2 GTS’ time on Nordschleife!

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Since we presented you yesterday a combination between the German F87 M2 and the Italian Supersprint exhaust, which worked perfectly, allow us today to show you a a set of German wheels on a German car. How do you think they match?

Their name is Anniversary Evo, their diameter is 20 inch, and the design with thin spokes is as classy as it can be. Surely, Hamann will offer much more than only a set of wheels for the BMW M2. But they still keep it secret. However, based on their previous works of art, we can bet it’s a kit made of carbon fiber, which includes a new front splitter, continued with side skirts and a generously dimensioned rear diffuser. A big rear wing must also be part of the feast. You can probably buy them separately, as independent parts found in the official offer.

A lowering suspension kit could and probably will be added, bringing extra stability on track while improving the car’s stance on road. Hamann specialists will modify the 365 hp engine, bringing it to the vicinity of 400 hp and shortening the 0-100 km/h acceleration time from 4,1 seconds to (probably) 3.5 seconds. All of these with the help of the newly-developed exhaust.

The interior will be garnished with typically Hamann elements, including pedal set, knobs, shifter and door sills, personalized with the company’s logo.

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The german team started from a stock M2 and added some style elements, performance parts and aero components.

For the beginning, let’s remember the stock model’s numbers. It boasts 370 hp @ 6500 rpm and a maximum 465 Nm of torque (500 with overboost). It shares the same 3 liter, 6 cylinder engine with its cheaper brother, M 235i, but adds extra 44 hp.

Using the M DCT gearbox and with the Launch Control function activated, the M2 accelerates to 100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds, and reaches 250 km/h, or even 270 km/h, when equipped with M Driver pack.

The german tuner near Munchen added extra 50 hp, thanks to the modified software and the all-new exhaust system. It may not look much, but the engine was already doped up with its 123 hp/liter. The maximum torque reaches 580Nm, which shows a more impressive raise than the power.

There are no official numbers about the acceleration and the top speed and, if you think that the performance improvement is rather symbolic, the germans announce that this is only the beginning. In the future, it will probably available a Stage 2 tuning, replacing the downpipes and, why not, a Stage 3, with a turbo upgrade.

The M2’s looks is either sensational or horrible. It depends on each one’s taste. I mean…the front lip is HUGE! And the rear wing is anything but a good match with the body style. However, on the track, the two elements are a good help for the driver. But on the road, they look exaggerated.

On the other hand, the rims integrate absolutely perfect in the car’s line. And the KW Clubsport coilovers should be a real improvement in the car’s stability. In front, there are black grilles, while the 2002 turbo stripes are an homage to the historical model. Do they look ok? It’s, again, your choice.

Images credit: laptime-performance.de

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