sport suspension and m-sport suspension
#1
Hi,
Read all the forums topics on this matter but yet to find a proper reply to my question: what is the main difference between the two ?
To my US readers, you can order here in Europe, the M one is part of an expensive pack while the other is a standalone option. In terms of spirit driving, does anyone tested both and which one would you prefer ? Thanks.
Read all the forums topics on this matter but yet to find a proper reply to my question: what is the main difference between the two ?
To my US readers, you can order here in Europe, the M one is part of an expensive pack while the other is a standalone option. In terms of spirit driving, does anyone tested both and which one would you prefer ? Thanks.
#2
Ok, so no replies...
I'll rephrase my question since I won't be getting the M-Sport pack anyway.
Is the sport suspension too harsh or just right ? To take full advantage of it, do you have to have non-RFTs ?
I'll rephrase my question since I won't be getting the M-Sport pack anyway.
Is the sport suspension too harsh or just right ? To take full advantage of it, do you have to have non-RFTs ?
#3
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Originally Posted by Dragonii' post='370219' date='Dec 22 2006, 03:07 AM
Hi,
Read all the forums topics on this matter but yet to find a proper reply to my question: what is the main difference between the two ?
To my US readers, you can order here in Europe, the M one is part of an expensive pack while the other is a standalone option. In terms of spirit driving, does anyone tested both and which one would you prefer ? Thanks.
Read all the forums topics on this matter but yet to find a proper reply to my question: what is the main difference between the two ?
To my US readers, you can order here in Europe, the M one is part of an expensive pack while the other is a standalone option. In terms of spirit driving, does anyone tested both and which one would you prefer ? Thanks.
#4
Originally Posted by Dragonii' post='370451' date='Dec 23 2006, 06:49 AM
Ok, so no replies...
I'll rephrase my question since I won't be getting the M-Sport pack anyway.
Is the sport suspension too harsh or just right ? To take full advantage of it, do you have to have non-RFTs ?
I'll rephrase my question since I won't be getting the M-Sport pack anyway.
Is the sport suspension too harsh or just right ? To take full advantage of it, do you have to have non-RFTs ?
#5
Originally Posted by colejl' post='370506' date='Dec 23 2006, 02:47 PM
I found the standard SE suspension too soft and wallowy...
I often have passengers and they really like the feel of the SE suspension.
ABC
#6
Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='370518' date='Dec 23 2006, 03:46 PM
For everyday driving?
I often have passengers and they really like the feel of the SE suspension.
ABC
I often have passengers and they really like the feel of the SE suspension.
ABC
Put it this way all 5's ride better than my previous Astra Coupe Turbo - that was like riding with concrete wheels!!!!!
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My Ride: 07' 550i sport; Sapphire Black/Auburn; sport package; steptronic; navigation with R.T.T.I.; heads up; cold weather package; Logic-7; BMW MOST ipod kit; Motorola V3 snap-in adapter; rear heated seats and rear shades; anthracite headliner; sirrius sat. radio; M-aero kit; OEM style 166 Wheels with 245/35-19 front and 285/30-19 rear Michelin PS2s.
I don't know if this helps, but the 550i sport (which I have) has a somewhat tight ride that is still very comfortable. Even a non-enthusiast would still find it comfortable. A 5 M-sport, I have read, has essentially the same calibration as an M5 which I have driven. Its a different type of ride all together. If you love the feel of an M3, E39 M5 etc.... go M-sport (the M people are the racing specialists!). If you want a car that is comfortable on the highway, the standard sport package with dynamic drive is a great compromise.
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#9
Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='371081' date='Dec 26 2006, 09:20 AM
I wonder whether your passengers would?
ABC
ABC
#10
Couple things....
1) I still think someone needs to investigate the possibility of using the Euro spec springs over our US sport ones. I bet they are a bit lower, and a tad stiffer, and I'd go for both of those. We've been doing it for several cars over at the MB boards with excellent results; and 2)No, the V8 cars with sport are not calibrated anywhere near the stiffness or rebound of the M5. I've had both, and it ain't close. Just FYI...
1) I still think someone needs to investigate the possibility of using the Euro spec springs over our US sport ones. I bet they are a bit lower, and a tad stiffer, and I'd go for both of those. We've been doing it for several cars over at the MB boards with excellent results; and 2)No, the V8 cars with sport are not calibrated anywhere near the stiffness or rebound of the M5. I've had both, and it ain't close. Just FYI...