2:38 - Nope.The N54 engine does not have sequential turbochargers, it has twin parallel turbochargers; both turbochargers are of equal size and there's no little turbo feeding bigger turbo. Both turbochargers work in unison and are fed by three cylinders each through their own dedicated exhaust manifold, cylinders 1-3 for TC1 and 4-6 for TC2; see parts 11657649290 and 11657649289. A little homework on the car that you are reviewing goes a long way, and a guy who loves to driver but has no idea about mechanics can be dangerous :-D. You may also be interested to know that the 1M was made ///M majorly by using E9x M3 parts based on a 135i. Shock absorbers, bushes, diff, control arms, tie rods; it mostly all bolts right up. It was a cheap parts bin experiment which turned out great, a SWB M3 with a turbocharged engine, essentially. For those interested, you can make a car that drives just like a 1M quite easily out of a 135i, the hardest part is the body, really.
I did everything aside from the body work & engine. I only have a 128i so i have a different subframe but I put every single M component i could on it. Also went M factory 3.73 LSD along with Bilstein B14 kit, but used Eibach springs. 530i 3 stage intake manifold, MILVS (Modified Intake Lift Valvetronic Supports) along with some supersprint headers & Apex Arc-8 Forged Magnesium wheels and 335i stock Brembo's. Awesome little car, got 120k miles going strong! No n54 issues haha
both are great cars, i have driven them. The 1M is more old school and it gives you that raw feeling like the legendary E46 M3, but the M2 is faster and more elegant. I would choose the 1M tho..
E46 M3 “raw feeling”?! Are you sure? I always thought it was far too smooth and 330ci like, other than the engine note and the diff if you caned it. I wouldn’t call it raw though.
That 1M was the return of the E30 M3 the perfect M the value will always rise wish i could buy one and love the new M2 is the 2 gen 1M we want more of this BMW and stop making automatic gearboxes on those models i hate it !! Needs to be manual 6 speed only
Both cars are wonderful driving machenes. They impress on their own way and thats ok! In my experience the M2 isn't that bad as some would say! Nice video.
Love this vid, very easy to watch, nicely presented. I'd like to throw another into the mix, that being an E92 M3, because for me it would come under consideration at the price point. The iconic M3, the limited edition 1M, or the extremely capable newer M2.
Powerslides, skids and drifts. Lovely stuff. Seeing a nicely executed drift in slow motion even better. More time to enjoy it visually. Sadly, the presenter is not good at it. Slow motion combined with bad driving IMHO is not a good combination. Its just more time to notice the lack of skills. This looked a bit like a bad parody of a Chris Harris review. Sorry about the harsh comment, but people should not try and show off skills they don`t have. Keep practicing though.. Cheers
Ive driven them both, almost bought a 1m, went with the 2. Reason, I track a lot, and felt I would end up modding the 1M to much, destroying a future classic. 2r is a much easier car to live with day to day, but I would take the 1m any day on track, slower however your working it, and you feel like your going twice as fast. In the 2r I look down and I am carrying amazing speed,but you feel numb to it. TSracer1, where are your videos on track driving?
Exclusivity has much to do with the 1M's value. There were only 680 in the United States. There are already over 700 M2's in the US as of today and is expected to reach close to 4k US units when the run ends in 2020.
I bought one (an OG M2), last year, wow, they are great cars. It's much nicer than the ugly 1M, faster, better handling, better interior, more modern, and I can drive it and enjoy it without worrying about depreciating it's value.
I owe 1m and really hard do find replacement car at same range. Tried so many other cars, not as fun as 1m. Probly porsche manuals only but much expensive
Ok, so I've been looking at buying a 1M as I just love the looks & the rarity factor. Now I realise that I can get a 2016 M2 for less than a 1M and it sought of seems hard to justify spending more on the older car.
The M1 is the more special one of the bunch. But I've got to say, the M2 is more modernized and refined version of the M1. Not exactly a bad thing. Both awesome cars
The M2 is a much better looking car, faster, handles better, has a better interior, and is more modern and more reliable. The ONLY thing better about the 1M is it's value. And that's if you don't drive it. I like driving my cars, not sat in a garage too afraid of ruining their value.
You basically have the choice between performance and fun. Personally I don't really care about 0.2 seconds more to 100kph but I do care about the driving experience, manual it is.
+Walther White DCT is fun and offers better performance. It's not about the 0.2 seconds on paper. In real world scenarios those times are multiplied greatly. From red lights to windy country roads to interstate passing to show off BS like launch control. Total dual-clutch convert. Hate normal autos. I prefer a Jeep with a manual (have a 1991 Sahara) or older car but for modern stuff it's so hard to beat.
I've got a Valencia Orange 1M. It is definitely not an easy car to drive hard. It bites if you are not careful. M2 is great, but I like the quirkiness of the 1M. It's a bit off and that's what makes it special.
I got myself a 1M March this year.. Part exed a Posche Boxster Spyder also a beautiful limited edition motor.. In the same show room was a 2015 M3 or was it an M4 cant recall actually less miles and cheaper... But i was drawn to that little iM,, Just stood out in that room surrounded by many more expensive exotica... it held its own and shouted out to me "Come and get me" .... was Irresistable.. That look is something unique.. Later cars dont have it.... I am pleased with it and having had an E46 M3 E36 M3 Z3 M coupe I am qualified to have a valid opinion here... I must say Looks wise I think BMWs have lost the plot slightly Not are they alone in this.. And as for that dreadful electric thing Do me a favour Please Yukkk
+Megat Afiq Currently I'm using a highly sustainable mean of transport, which allows me to reach speeds of up to 20 km/h (not for long). It's called M2L (my 2 legs).
Great video as always! :-D By the way, end credit song? Please? I mean, you can drive a Huayra and a prototype Jag supercar, I'm sure you can write a comment with the singer's name and song. Please?
With the comment of the 911 vs this 1M, obviously the new 911's were turbocharged for efficiency while the 1M was turbocharged to performance. It just so happens the 1M can get 30 mpg
BMW is smart in this segment in having no competition in the U.S. SLK--not really since the the Kompressor models, Golf--close enough but is there any other COMPETITIVE choices available in U.S?!?
I wish BMW would make a 2017 version of the original 1978 M1 but I (and BMW) know that perfect things cannot be remade. If such a thing was possible, BMW would make the best car in automotive history...again.
I rather daily drive the M2 but I rather have the 1M. Design wise I would say the M2 looks absolutely gorgeous but the 1M has an older more bulky look that is just so attractive!
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2:38 - Nope.The N54 engine does not have sequential turbochargers, it has twin parallel turbochargers; both turbochargers are of equal size and there's no little turbo feeding bigger turbo. Both turbochargers work in unison and are fed by three cylinders each through their own dedicated exhaust manifold, cylinders 1-3 for TC1 and 4-6 for TC2; see parts 11657649290 and 11657649289. A little homework on the car that you are reviewing goes a long way, and a guy who loves to driver but has no idea about mechanics can be dangerous :-D.
You may also be interested to know that the 1M was made ///M majorly by using E9x M3 parts based on a 135i. Shock absorbers, bushes, diff, control arms, tie rods; it mostly all bolts right up. It was a cheap parts bin experiment which turned out great, a SWB M3 with a turbocharged engine, essentially. For those interested, you can make a car that drives just like a 1M quite easily out of a 135i, the hardest part is the body, really.
J Stephens first thing I did was look for this comment. Lol
Here for the same reason lol 👆🏻
thank you very much for the information
How can they get it this wrong?
I did everything aside from the body work & engine. I only have a 128i so i have a different subframe but I put every single M component i could on it. Also went M factory 3.73 LSD along with Bilstein B14 kit, but used Eibach springs.
530i 3 stage intake manifold, MILVS (Modified Intake Lift Valvetronic Supports) along with some supersprint headers & Apex Arc-8 Forged Magnesium wheels and 335i stock Brembo's.
Awesome little car, got 120k miles going strong! No n54 issues haha
both are great cars, i have driven them. The 1M is more old school and it gives you that raw feeling like the legendary E46 M3, but the M2 is faster and more elegant. I would choose the 1M tho..
E46 M3 “raw feeling”?! Are you sure? I always thought it was far too smooth and 330ci like, other than the engine note and the diff if you caned it. I wouldn’t call it raw though.
The 1m coupé is a beautiful car.
Specsavers is that way ----------->
Now, the M2 is a BEAUTIFUL car.
The M2 in that grey color 👌
1Ms are a future classic for sure... great cars!
You weren't wrong 😂
I honestly feel you can buy either one of them, and you won't regret it.
P.S. Nice watch
Yeah, I noticed that. What wristwatch is that?
The car actually has a parallel turbo setup, not a sequential like you mentioned.
Both are the best modern ///M car and will be a futures classic.
+ for M2
8 months ago the M2 was well surpassed by the Competition :)
awesome video, and I haven't even watched it yet
That 1M was the return of the E30 M3 the perfect M the value will always rise wish i could buy one and love the new M2 is the 2 gen 1M we want more of this BMW and stop making automatic gearboxes on those models i hate it !! Needs to be manual 6 speed only
m power They offer both transmissions, why do care if other people want the DCT?
BMW manual transmissions aren't that great honestly...
Both cars are wonderful driving machenes. They impress on their own way and thats ok! In my experience the M2 isn't that bad as some would say! Nice video.
It would be nice to see the e92 M3 and the latest M3 against each other!
Love this vid, very easy to watch, nicely presented.
I'd like to throw another into the mix, that being an E92 M3, because for me it would come under consideration at the price point. The iconic M3, the limited edition 1M, or the extremely capable newer M2.
BEST reviewer on the internet, thank you for being so great, passionate, honest....and British, just makes everything sound so much better!
Andy pronounces "coupé" correctly! That in itself is enough reason to watch the video. Which is great, by the way.
Powerslides, skids and drifts. Lovely stuff. Seeing a nicely executed drift in slow motion even better. More time to enjoy it visually. Sadly, the presenter is not good at it. Slow motion combined with bad driving IMHO is not a good combination. Its just more time to notice the lack of skills. This looked a bit like a bad parody of a Chris Harris review. Sorry about the harsh comment, but people should not try and show off skills they don`t have. Keep practicing though.. Cheers
You're one of my favorite car reviewers/presenters (alongside the likes of Chris Harris). Keep up the good work!
Chris has set a high bar is all.
No complaints from me. Like these videos a lot.
Ive driven them both, almost bought a 1m, went with the 2. Reason, I track a lot, and felt I would end up modding the 1M to much, destroying a future classic. 2r is a much easier car to live with day to day, but I would take the 1m any day on track, slower however your working it, and you feel like your going twice as fast. In the 2r I look down and I am carrying amazing speed,but you feel numb to it. TSracer1, where are your videos on track driving?
Honestly, this presenter is a different style, I love them both equally!
that M2 in that dark grey look fucking amazing
Love the M2 , 1M , E36 CSL , E46 CSL, all collectors edition, compact sports saloon!
Exclusivity has much to do with the 1M's value. There were only 680 in the United States. There are already over 700 M2's in the US as of today and is expected to reach close to 4k US units when the run ends in 2020.
I'm falling in love with the m2 with each passing day!
I bought one (an OG M2), last year, wow, they are great cars.
It's much nicer than the ugly 1M, faster, better handling, better interior, more modern, and I can drive it and enjoy it without worrying about depreciating it's value.
love both these cars
Love the 1M look. Hopefully I’ll get one within 4 years
I owe 1m and really hard do find replacement car at same range. Tried so many other cars, not as fun as 1m. Probly porsche manuals only but much expensive
1M all the way... if only i had monney
I´veen thinking, now I gotta do it, 1M.
Do it! I did it and bought one last week - it is epic to drive ....
epic vid comparing the 2 cars, loved it
M2 seems better damped. 1M rolls and changes direction really abruptly.
Nothing you couldn't fix.
Nik Brudar True.
maybe it is just the way you see it.. i heard is one hell of a car
1M looks so much better. It just looks so right.
This presenter is getting really pretty good at reviews... I like the confidence he has now.
Ok, so I've been looking at buying a 1M as I just love the looks & the rarity factor. Now I realise that I can get a 2016 M2 for less than a 1M and it sought of seems hard to justify spending more on the older car.
@J B Just to update, I ended up with a 1m after all, & know I made the right choice.
Both of them looks beautiful..
This channel deserves more subscribers!
Totally agree, 1M is the preferred choice
The M1 is the more special one of the bunch. But I've got to say, the M2 is more modernized and refined version of the M1. Not exactly a bad thing. Both awesome cars
just as a reminder it's the 1M in this video, not the M1. That's a different car just in case some doesn't know
You are probably referring to the 1M because the M1 is the predecessor of the i8. I have to agree though that it is the more special one of the bunch.
Yah the 1M lol
The M2 is a much better looking car, faster, handles better, has a better interior, and is more modern and more reliable.
The ONLY thing better about the 1M is it's value. And that's if you don't drive it.
I like driving my cars, not sat in a garage too afraid of ruining their value.
Nice review but you really should have compared apples to apples by having a manual transmission in both cars to really see how they compare.
In the N54, both turbo's are the exact same size actually.
But you should drive a modified N54!
Back in the day I used to see them every where, where did they all go?
I´m all the way with Alex in the conclusion.
Keep up those great videos!
drink every time he says "proper"
annnnnd I'm dead
The N54 engine runs two parallel turbos, not sequential. Mate, do your homework!
Finally someone gets a DCT car. Manual neuters performance and good to see about the better numbers all the manual reviews mention.
You basically have the choice between performance and fun. Personally I don't really care about 0.2 seconds more to 100kph but I do care about the driving experience, manual it is.
+Walther White Agree with that. (Y)
+Walther White DCT is fun and offers better performance. It's not about the 0.2 seconds on paper. In real world scenarios those times are multiplied greatly. From red lights to windy country roads to interstate passing to show off BS like launch control. Total dual-clutch convert. Hate normal autos. I prefer a Jeep with a manual (have a 1991 Sahara) or older car but for modern stuff it's so hard to beat.
I've got a Valencia Orange 1M. It is definitely not an easy car to drive hard. It bites if you are not careful.
M2 is great, but I like the quirkiness of the 1M. It's a bit off and that's what makes it special.
My uncle is still pulling his hair for not getting an alipineweiss 1M back in the day haha
"Back in the day"? Are people using that term for just 5 years ago now?... Haha. Awesome
shane holley Man I was just trying to mean when the car was available at retail price, dont bash on my English haha
He was not bashing your English it was proper. The context of the term back in the day is just used for time frames longer than 5 years.
Great video 👍🏻 What’s the name of the song played at the end of the video, please? 🙂
The first generation 1 series hatch was lovely, ugly was the angry birds 2 generation.
1m is the best post e30 m car.... period... imo
6:21 they need to design a fuel cap which can hold the lateral g-force
if I'm to choose I'll go with the 1M both are great but the 1Mlooks a bit more serious a bit cooler a bit crazier
+Carfection Now you have driven the M2 in manual and DCT... Which gearbox would you choose for daily driving and the occasional track day?
Think both cars look weird but they are fun
My favorite British word has to be "gubbins".
Great review Zcar
I got myself a 1M March this year.. Part exed a Posche Boxster Spyder also a beautiful limited edition motor.. In the same show room was a 2015 M3 or was it an M4 cant recall actually less miles and cheaper... But i was drawn to that little iM,, Just stood out in that room surrounded by many more expensive exotica... it held its own and shouted out to me "Come and get me" .... was Irresistable.. That look is something unique.. Later cars dont have it.... I am pleased with it and having had an E46 M3 E36 M3 Z3 M coupe I am qualified to have a valid opinion here... I must say Looks wise I think BMWs have lost the plot slightly Not are they alone in this.. And as for that dreadful electric thing Do me a favour Please Yukkk
Someone needs to tell Alex there's a vacancy on 'Top Gear'
M2 looks much better in my opinion
Agreed.
My M3 would beat all of these M1s and M2s
+Megat Afiq Currently I'm using a highly sustainable mean of transport, which allows me to reach speeds of up to 20 km/h (not for long). It's called M2L (my 2 legs).
Kirill Holstov LMAO
+Kirill Holstov lool
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M2-Daily; 1M-Weekend Track Monster.
Hey Carfection, could you get your hands on the new 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman S and review it ?
anyone know what kind of watch he is wearing???
Unlike your pointless comment. which say, "listen to me i need attention"
I would like to see drag race between ///M 1,2,3,4,5,6
carfection
Why? The M6 will win
New M7
+Vine Lord no such car will ever exist
luke simpson M760Li Xdrive is pretty fast in a straight line
great vid! can u make a vid of tue cupra 290 vs type r?
I'm just saying this guy should be the new top gear host
1M, no doubt!
Beautiful!!!!!
I always chuckle at the steering wheel b/c it looks like a chalist 🤣
Just to remind you what you're drinking.
Both are perfect cars in their category
Great video as always! :-D
By the way, end credit song? Please?
I mean, you can drive a Huayra and a prototype Jag supercar, I'm sure you can write a comment with the singer's name and song. Please?
The song is Back to Blue by Bruce Maginnis.
Bless you man, thank you so much! ^^
+Jason L you can find the song on audionetwork.com.
I just bought an M2!
Me too !!
M2 > 1M. Period.
+Bruce lol love you for that.
How does it compare with MX-5 ND? in terms of handling. BMW M1
it's a shame they didn't name it the 2M instead,it seems more fitting
This guy needs to be a top gear presenter
What's the song playing at the end of this video?
Cool watch!
With the comment of the 911 vs this 1M, obviously the new 911's were turbocharged for efficiency while the 1M was turbocharged to performance. It just so happens the 1M can get 30 mpg
BMW is smart in this segment in having no competition in the U.S. SLK--not really since the the Kompressor models, Golf--close enough but is there any other COMPETITIVE choices available in U.S?!?
The M2 weights 1500 kilos...
and they call it a "light" bmw ....
I miss this carfection
If only BMWs looked like this today. Gorgeous
6:26 is the gas cap open lol
It's not open... just normal BMW "perfection" built quality... lol xD
It is open you dip shit!
+Vega Rapidus It is open you dip shit
In his M4vM4GTSvM2 video - car has gas cap open too
What are the musics used in the video?
I've been waiting a month for this!!!
The M2 should have the same style wheels of the 1M.
I wish BMW would make a 2017 version of the original 1978 M1 but I (and BMW) know that perfect things cannot be remade. If such a thing was possible, BMW would make the best car in automotive history...again.
Why? That was done by Lamborghini. The i8 is a spiritual modern successor.
I wonder why this channel has so few subscribers....
Please consider doing e92 m3 vs f82 m4!
I rather daily drive the M2 but I rather have the 1M.
Design wise I would say the M2 looks absolutely gorgeous but the 1M has an older more bulky look that is just so attractive!
Under the hood? Hood? You're English man! It's a bonnet.
When will you review the alfa giulia quadrifoglio?
Hey, that at least means they haven't started filming it yet.
This guy should replace Chris Evans in top gear
The fact that it's a 1m makes it better. It's just a rare car
It makes it more valuable that is all.
The OG M2 is a much better car in every other way.
1m is truly the better drive. I have drove both and this is coming from a M235i owner.
I see this is the same 1M used in the review by Pistonheads.
The 1 series coupe body is sleek compared to the 2 series.
Great review!
What kind of watch do you have on?! 😫😍😫😍
Would rather the M2 over the M3 as well!
If it were my money, I'd definitely get the M2.
Who doesn't want an M2 ?
M2 with paddles? :/
1M is much more special
Lotus for life
Awesome battle :D
I love the old one better...
excellent!