It’s time for two hardcore BMWs to go head-to-head! We’ve got the all-new BMW M3 CS, and it’s set to face off against the almighty BMW M4 CSL!

So let’s see how the two compare. Starting with the M3 CS, it’s based on the new BMW M3 xDrive, so it comes with a 3-litre twin-turbo straight-six under the bonnet, which the power output increased from 510hp in the standard car, to 550hp. Torque remains the same, at 650Nm, and the car tips the scales at 1,765kg. It comes with all-wheel drive, and as new the car costs £116,000.

Then we have the M4 CSL. Just like the M3, this car is based on the new M4. The power output is the same as the M3 CS, so the 3-litre twin-turbo straight-six puts down 550hp and 650Nm, but unlike the M3, this power is sent to the rear wheels only! However, it has one key advantage over the M3 – it weighs only 1,625kg!

So how will this one play out – will it be a clean sweep four-wheel power? Or will the lighter car snatch it? There’s only one way to find out for sure… LET’S RACE!