BMW M2 Competition vs Honda Civic Type R in an Unlikely Drag Race

Although the Civic Type R is faster that the Bimmer at Green Hell, it is not faster in standing quarter miles.

There are many interesting drag race matchups. But this one is a little unlikely. It’s the BMW M2 Competition against the Honda Civic Type R. We all know the Civic Type R is fast. It’s the fastest front-wheel-drive car on the Nurburgring, with a lap time 7:43.8. Even better,

It beat 10 other cars who lapped Green Hell.Many of these cars are not front-wheel driven. The BMW M2 Competition is one of the other cars the Civic Type R beats in the Ring. lapped at 7:52.36. This is a drag racing. The Civic Type R’s performance on the track is well-respected, regardless of whether it is front-wheel-drive. The BMW M2 Competition is a more powerful drag race car than the Japanese hot hatch. Let’s look at the numbers first to put this in perspective.

BMW M2 Competition vs Honda Civic Type R in an Unlikely Drag Race

The turbocharged 2.0-liter Inline-4 engine produces 316 horsepower in the Civic Type R’s Japanese and European versions. The 306 horsepower version is available in the United States and other markets.

BMW M2 Competition vs Honda Civic Type R in an Unlikely Drag Race

The BMW M2 Competition has a 3.0L S55B30T0 single-scroll twin-turbo engine underneath its hood. This is the main difference from the regular M2 coupe. The new mill also offers more power at 405 horsepower and 406 pound-feet. With its rear-wheel drive and power output, the M2 Competition is clearly superior to the Civic Type R. The Japanese hatch is around 500 lbs lighter than the Bimmer. This weight advantage could give Honda an edge at the drag strip.