In 2014 BMW will debut both of their M3 sedan and coupe models, or shall we say, M4? The F82 M4 builds atop the new F32 4 Series Coupe while the F80 M3 uses the F30 chassis as the starting point.

While the M4 stands out with its sleek design and highly attractive roofline, the F80 M3 is shaping up to be one of the best looking and balanced-designs in the current BMW lineup. While the previous E90 M3 sold in less quantities than the E92 M3 Coupe, this time around, the odds might be in sedan’s favor. The F80 M3 stands out with its rear-end and the purposeful rear wheel arches.

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Since it starts on a smaller track (the F30), the F80 M3 has a width of 1877 mm versus 1870 mm for the M4, and furthermore, the rear-end features a wider bodykit to bring it to the same dimensions as the M4.

Model F80 M3 F82 M4
Length 4671 mm / 183.9 in 4671 mm / 183.9 in
Width 1877 mm / 73.9 in 1870 mm / 73.6 in
Height 1424 mm / 56.0 in 1383 mm / 54.4 in
Wheelbase 2812 mm /110.7 in 2812 mm /110.7 in
Track Front Width 1579 mm / 62.1 in 1579 mm / 62.1 in
Track Rear Width 1603 mm / 63.1 in 1603 mm / 63.1 in

So the choice is now tougher than ever. We went to our BMWBLOG team to find out which ///M car would they choose and why.

Andrew Murphy

Coupé for me every time due to sex appeal.

Manny Antunes

Sedan for practicality for me. If I didn’t have kids, I’d take the coupe. 

James Bachici

Sedan for practicality but for me, and I realize I’m in the minority here, the visual dimensions as well.

Chuck Vossler

Both look awesome but I’d choose the M3 for myself.  I think the M3 differentiates itself from a 3 Series M Sport than an M4 does from an 435i M Sport.  I love the HUGE M3 wheel arches and the new carbon fiber roof.  I admit to being biased though, as I owned a M3 sedan for 6 years.  Nothing better than passing someone on track when you are driving a sedan :)  I’ll take mine white with black wheels and a CF roof!

Let us know in the comments below which one would you buy!

PHOTO COMPARISON: BMW M3 vs M4