Evolution to BMW F32 4 Series From E92 3 Series Coupe [a Visual Comparo]

M3_WC · 03-22-2013, 10:44 PM

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M5007 · 03-22-2013, 11:02 PM

1.3 lower. That has to look good for a stock car.

mesh77 · 03-23-2013, 12:18 AM

Somebody should add shots of the concept to compare as well...

Bluesummer · 03-23-2013, 01:23 AM

I'm surprised that tthe E92 does not look outdated when you compared to the F32

Envyscorpio · 03-23-2013, 01:57 AM

I get a feeling that AMG and M employees hangs out at the bar secretly to discuss designs. Don't the new E63 AMG front design look similar to BMW's 4 series coupe?

Giv3n · 03-23-2013, 03:59 AM

It's def. more sharper !! I like its cheek~

BMWinGE · 03-23-2013, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Envyscorpio

I get a feeling that AMG and M employees hangs out at the bar secretly to discuss designs. Don't the new E63 AMG front design look similar to BMW's 4 series coupe?

you're talking the lower front, right? i said the same thing when the E63 came out right after the 4 concept was released. the design looks very similar.

i think the F32 looks better than the E92, but that should be expected with a new model. of course, there will be some who are against it. that should also be expected.

thanks for the post Jason! Are you planning a F30 vs F32 comparison thread?

Saphirschwarz · 03-23-2013, 05:13 AM

Nice evolution... my E92 's gonna be a bit square in a few months... Time to switch to my 320d GT, cant wait !!
If only the 4 Grancoupe could match the end of my lease....

Just cars anyway ! (trying to lie to myself !)

Bimmerlover76 · 03-23-2013, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWFB02

Love the E92. I believe its one of the nicest looking cars bmw ever made. It looks way better to me than the new F32.

I agree. The F32 is just too much of a departure from the flowing lines that made prior BMWs very appealing. Too sharp-edged, too squared-off, those horrible side-vents, and the shape of the rear driver's and passengers' windows doesn't allow a smooth flow. Too angular.

hks786 · 03-23-2013, 06:42 AM

I really like it but that stretched roofline will take time to get used to. I wish they left the roofline similar to E92 which would keep the model more distinguished from 6er coupe. Also, the vents are bad.

aussiem3 · 03-23-2013, 07:20 AM

Timeless design language - that's BMW. The cars don't look old because a new model is out. But then the new is better theory kicks in and the heart and the wallet disagree with the head.

US///M3 · 03-23-2013, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluesummer

I'm surprised that tthe E92 does not look outdated when you compared to the F32

+1
I really like the F32's rear and roof line, the side and front look okay a bit too busy for my liking . The E92's side looks much cleaner and simple yet still beautiful

WWM3 · 03-23-2013, 07:48 AM

E92 looks so much better.

Cuz5150 · 03-23-2013, 08:00 AM

Both are large cars, Very Grand Touring, very departed from the E46

Saphirschwarz · 03-23-2013, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluesummer

I'm surprised that tthe E92 does not look outdated when you compared to the F32

Well i think it really does, even as an E92 owner. Still looks good but outdated imho.

Aint it always so ? I use to think only Porsche, with their subtle changes, makes it ok to drive a 10 years old model without looking outdated.

Envyscorpio · 03-23-2013, 08:33 AM

I don't know the last time I got taller. If I did, I probably buy the 5 series when I'm too big for a 3. And a 7 when I out grows the 5. Eventually I'll hop into an X then to infinity! LOL

US///M3 · 03-23-2013, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Envyscorpio

I don't know the last time I got taller. If I did, I probably buy the 5 series when I'm too big for a 3. And a 7 when I out grows the 5. Eventually I'll hop into an X then to infinity! LOL

Or the wife got wider,so you're not shoulder to shoulder...hahaha

Red Bread · 03-23-2013, 09:07 AM

I guess I'm in the minority, but I always felt the E92 didn't work, it was too soft and bland compared to the E36 and E46. This looks like a return to form.

midwest 340xi 6sp · 03-23-2013, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Bread

I guess I'm in the minority, but I always felt the E92 didn't work, it was too soft and bland compared to the E36 and E46. This looks like a return to form.

M3 aside, I would agree with you regarding E92 appearance..The new 4 looks much more athletic - can't wait to see Msport and M versions..

For those who think the 4 and 3 has gotten too large? I would agree - time for you guys to go 2 series

Raine · 03-23-2013, 10:19 AM

Too aggressively styled.

E92 looks better.

Ripper12 · 03-23-2013, 10:41 AM

looks good except the side vents just seem cheap and plastic. the rest of the car is sweet

Envyscorpio · 03-23-2013, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by US///M3

Or the wife got wider,so you're not shoulder to shoulder...hahaha

Oh no! Better find a good alignment shop for corner balancing. LOL that's why I insist on dating fit tall ladies and friends say I'm picky? tsk tsk

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