Explosive Street Hits – BMW X3M vs. Challenger Hellcat and Audi RS 3

August 31st, 2023

There is an import showdown looming on the interstate down in Mexico. Cars and SUVs are mixed up in a roll racing frenzy. These competitors are anxious to display their prowess at prepping these vehicles to attack the streets.

The all-wheel drive BMW X3 M is an elegant brute. With a twin turbocharged all-aluminum 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, the X3 M Competition can manufacture 503hp and 479 lb.-ft. of torque in stock trim. This one has been modified with a set of high-performance (catless?) exhaust downpipes and an E30 tune.

For the first race of the evening, the nimble SUV will be rolling against a turbocharged Audi RS 3 with a turbo. The Audi struggles with the jump but comes screaming back on the top end.

Next up for the Beemer is a Dodge Challenger Hellcat. This car is equipped with a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 that can make 707hp from the factory. Modified with an undersize blower pulley, a full accoutrement of bolt-ons and a methanol injection, this kitty should be a real super-predator. This time the BMW gets the jump before the Hellcat hawks him in. Multiple hits here.

A BMW 335i – with an upgraded turbo – is the next victim. Who are you picking?

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