[BMWSKI]

Originally Posted by gatsojon

Now I like Comfort mode and I like Sport+ mode, but which one is best? There's only one way to find out... FIGHT

Or perhaps I'll just try out using the dynolicious App

What's that app like? Why not use BMW's Laptimer app instead? It's free too

[dopper99]

What fuel are you using BMWSKI? Is it premium diesel?

[BMWSKI]

Regular diesel. Is that bad?!

[dopper99]

Originally Posted by BMWSKI

Regular diesel. Is that bad?!

Nooo, I dont think it is bad. I personally prefer premium as I think the car is a little more responsive. But no need to spend out extra money on this if you dont want to.

Anyway, when gtsussex did his 0-60 times etc...with the vbox I'm sure he said he had ordinary diesel in, and still got times of around 4.6s 0 - 60.

Would be interesting to repeat these tests after a few miles on the car and with premium diesel.

[gatsojon]

Originally Posted by BMWSKI

What's that app like? Why not use BMW's Laptimer app instead? It's free too

I have a free version from a couple of years back. It gives 0-60 times amongst other measures so I thought I could do a few tests using that for comparison. Not sure how accurate it is (it's no RaceLogic after-all) but it should give a comparative result.

Does the Laptimer App have acceleration testing? G force perhaps.

[Waitey]

The only reason sport feels faster generally is the over the top throttle map.

Add that to the gearbox setting extending the gear change map so you spend more time away from the peak torque would probably give the illusion of feeling slower. When in reality it's probably a teeny bit faster.

[BMWSKI]

Originally Posted by Waitey

The only reason sport feels faster generally is the over the top throttle map.

Add that to the gearbox setting extending the gear change map so you spend more time away from the peak torque would probably give the illusion of feeling slower. When in reality it's probably a teeny bit faster.

Thanks for this. Sorry for the dumb question...

[Waitey]

Originally Posted by BMWSKI

Thanks for this. Sorry for the dumb question...

Got a camera handy?

Do some 20-70's in each drive setting....

*70 so you don't break the law.

It's be good to see the differences in gearchanges.

[BMWSKI]

Originally Posted by gatsojon

I have a free version from a couple of years back. It gives 0-60 times amongst other measures so I thought I could do a few tests using that for comparison. Not sure how accurate it is (it's no RaceLogic after-all) but it should give a comparative result.

Does the Laptimer App have acceleration testing? G force perhaps.

Yes, it records & shows the following information:

- Throttle
- Brake
- RPM
- Fuel
- G-Force
- Map

Kind of cool but not sure how accurate it is.
I've only used it once and only managed a 0-60 time of 5.1secs That wasn't using LC.

[dopper99]

Originally Posted by gatsojon

I have a free version from a couple of years back. It gives 0-60 times amongst other measures so I thought I could do a few tests using that for comparison. Not sure how accurate it is (it's no RaceLogic after-all) but it should give a comparative result.

Does the Laptimer App have acceleration testing? G force perhaps.

Do you mean this one? http://www.gps-laptimer.de/Features.html
That does G Force, in fact seems to do a fair bit.

I've found that these smartphone type apps are only any good if the phone is anchor well to the car. Needs a good mounting point.

[BMWSKI]

Originally Posted by Waitey

Got a camera handy?

Do some 20-70's in each drive setting....

*70 so you don't break the law.

It's be good to see the differences in gearchanges.

Ive got an iPhone camera but I'm trying to find a suitable adjustable holder to use while driving. Any recommendations?

[NISFAN]

Originally Posted by BMWSKI

Yes, it records & shows the following information:

- Throttle
- Brake
- RPM
- Fuel
- G-Force
- Map

Kind of cool but not sure how accurate it is.
I've only used it once and only managed a 0-60 time of 5.1secs That wasn't using LC.

I don't think the BMW app is that accurate, although 5.1 0-60 is probably not far off for no LC.

[BMWSKI]

Originally Posted by dopper99

Do you mean this one? http://www.gps-laptimer.de/Features.html
That does G Force, in fact seems to do a fair bit.

I've found that these smartphone type apps are only any good if the phone is anchor well to the car. Needs a good mounting point.

The Laptimer app actually connects to the car via the USB cable. It even shows the turning of your steering wheel! All this is over a satellite image of your route too

[BMWSKI]

this one... https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/id684370062

[dopper99]

Originally Posted by BMWSKI

this one... https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/id684370062

Oh right, I'll have to check that out.

[BMWSKI]

Here's some bumf from BMW...

* Only available in cars with Navigation system Professional.
Performance data

BMW M Laptimer records the following data:
- GPS position
- Speed
- Forward acceleration
- Lateral acceleration
- Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h or 60 mph
- Accelerator pedal*
- Steering angle*
- Deceleration*
- Engine speed*
- Gear*
- Consumption*
* Data may be unavailable for vehicles of certain models years and configurations. Please visit our support page for more details.

[gatsojon]

I've used this one (a bit). The phone clips into the holder under the armrest so holds it firm.

[dopper99]

Originally Posted by gatsojon

I've used this one (a bit). The phone clips into the holder under the armrest so holds it firm.

So...... please share your results with us...

[matk]

These apps look like they could be some fun. I used a ski app in Austria and found it addictive trying to beat the top speed I had previously recorded. Managed to get to 107kph aggghhh. But seriously I think id lose my license trying to improve on the data if I had something like that for my car