simply put torque is what makes any engine fun -- winding it out like a bike for top end power is satisfying too
but you don't wind it out every second -- the fact is there is 300 ft lbs of torque at 1400 ppm
no matter how good the m3 is it can't match those torque figures down that low ,the 335 torque comes on sooner making it more fun to drive - more responsive down low where people enjoy it the most , especially around town from light to light
Yes, I am aware. But does the M3 really lack torque in any appreciable way (compared to the 335i) from light to light? How fast can one go from light to light? Does it lack any appreciable torque when merging, overtaking at faster speeds, etc.?
On a few occasions in the 335i, I've been able to (safely) get on the pedal and the 'pin you to your seat' torque is very satisfying, exhilarating actually. But they have been few indeed in light-to-light situations (traffic goes too slow and it's not safe).
I don't know about the M3 in real life, but I am looking forward to finding out. I suspect some of the 'it lacks low end torque' comes come from an expectation that the M3 is going to 'pin you to your seat
more than a 335i (because it's more expensive and an M3) in low-speed driving conditions, and it doesn't. Doesn't mean it lacks torque or that the overall package (including the superior handling, etc.) is not worth the price difference from a 335i.
To make that conclusion, I think one needs to try it. And then make the assessment based on one's priorities, which are very personal.
I can get a 2011 Mustang with more torque than my car, but I'd want my car, even if the Mustang is impressive bang-for-the-buck.
