BMW M3 GTS faster than M3 CSL at Nurburgring

Sport Auto, a German magazine, reports their extensive test drive of the BMW M3 GTS. The Nurburgring track time of the BMW M3 GTS is 7:48. The BMW M3 CSL’s track time is 7:50. The M3 GTS is 17 seconds faster than the M3 Coupe.

Of course there are factors that affect these numbers. The driver’s skill and experience matters too. As well as the preparation of the car for the race track, especially the tires they run on. The CSL for example, has a distinct 19″ lightweight forged BBS alloy rims that came with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup semi-slick racing tires. Weather conditions and other external factors may also influence the track times.

Other cars’ lap times were recorded as follows:

7:46 – Porsche 911 GT2
7:46 – Lamborgini Gallardo Superleggera
7:46 – Jaguar XJ220
7:47 – Porsche 911 GT3 RS
7:47 – Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
7:49 – Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06