Tesla Model 3 vs BMW M2 Competition // The $60,000 Question

Is the Tesla Model 3 Worthy of being called a "Driver's Car?" Can it possibly be as fun as the BMW M2 Competition? Let's Find Out.
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[@ThrottleHouse]

Thanks to all our subscribers for continuing to tune in every week! And if you are new, subscribe for weekly reviews like this one! P.S. if this doesn't do it for you... we will be track testing these cars and many other in the new year, so toss a sub now, and you won't miss DRAG RACE FEST 2019... Alright, its not actually called that. It's a work in progress ok?

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[@mox542]

Zarko Petrovic stfu. No one wants to see the limits of the car in the snow.

[@ThrottleHouse]

I would need to test the mode to see how much It defeats the nannies. I want everything off. Period.

[@kaylee1482]

I don't understand why these broke ass uneducated bums review semi-luxury cars that they will never able to afford.

[@jamesengelsman9369]

@@kaylee1482 Don't worry we are launching our Patreon soon! I'll send you the link when its up.

[@ThomasBear]

I'm a brit who's seen every episode of Top Gear since 2002, and these guys have part of that special sauce. Subbed.

[@rrrttt0113]

Exactly!

[@illsaveus]

So true. They have real Chemistry

[@fliptopmedia]

Brits are a cult who lost their topgear leader and have been wandering astray looking for meaning ever since

[@MrAchilles113]

exactly right!!

[@efrosvovelu9076]

what type of Top Gear u were watching, your insane dude

[@athor6987]

What would be epic: make the tesla sound like a tie-fighter from star wars while accelerating

[@MisterChibs]

yes and YES

[@dzerres]

EVs are now required to emit some sort of sound at low speed to aid pedestrians. I'm hoping the Teslas will give you a choice of sounds you want your car to make. I'm voting for the Jetson's sound.

[@ishaqmo7200]

@@dzerres i love the saleen foursixteen's sound

[@trispeterson9693]

@@dzerres Tesla said that they were going to allow custom sound fonts including "Monty Python horse clops"

[@F32Koto]

I would buy one if they patched the car with this feature

[@rjuez00]

I cant even buy a 3000 dollars car and here I am watching this videos

[@danielchampion2982]

Same

[@humanbeing2009]

I've been there too Rodrigo. I hope someday you're in a position to get an exciting electric vehicle, but don't judge your life based upon what vehicle you can afford.

[@seraros3663]

Same My father gave me a camry But still it's not the same as if i bought it

[@clu4u]

Rodrigo Juez, I bought my P85D when I turned 65...you got time.

[@hansandhismp-4033]

Well I can afford a E46 330i 😂

[@Kytes93]

Imagine the future of the electric cars "unlock more power for just 9.99!"

[@mitza24]

Yeah can't wait for the new electric car from EA

[@johannes0100]

@@mitza24 LOL :D

[@dcamacho6884]

Can’t wait to jailbrake it..

[@zolikoff]

You mean 9.99/month! You stop paying, it gets downgraded.

[@EnlightenedSavage]

Tesla just upgraded the power ... for free and longer range.

[@n54kai]

I've seen no other channels do intros like you guys! Well done!

[@technique715]

that's actually a good thing for the other channels

[@GerryFPVPilot58]

I like the elevator part.

[@lagemme9740]

I love the look of M2 😍

[@georgecupac1202]

As soon as you said Manual ....I was sold on the BMW

[@volo455]

Regardless, I genuinely appreciate so much that Tesla has single-handedly lit a fire under traditional car manufacturers to develop and produce other fantastic electric cars. Everyone has to respect that.

[@golawv9851]

Tesla managed to do that because electric cars are not that complex compared with a gas car. Look even sony gas made an electric car. Making an electric car is not a at all a big deal.

[@tokashi1]

@@golawv9851 Great. Which electric cars have you developed?

[@axoltlmascot868]

@@tokashi1 Why are we using fallacies?

[@shamicentertainment1262]

@@axoltlmascot868 Yeah his comment was a bit silly. A better thing to say would be tesla is the only car company (maybe apart from the nissan leaf) that has been very popular. Heaps of other established car manufacturers can't compete with a brand new startup company. Their 2012 model s is still miles ahead technologically then any other car on the road. If electric cars weren't complex to build why is tesla the one company that has had success with electric vehicles?

[@petrosrz8990]

@@shamicentertainment1262 technically no. Although it is the only thing they develop.

[@sandenium]

"stop being a hater just love the ones you love even more"

[@philorgneopolotin8762]

Words to live by. People spend so much time concerned with and judgmental about what other people like, they forget to enjoy life themselves. Just like what you like and let people do the same.

This channel is a very pleasant discovery to me. I'm very pleased with the content and how it is delivered, the shots, narrative and a bit of humor thrown in. All that while keeping it professional. Keep it up you guys :)

[@PresidentMcAwesomesauce]

You know if the car thing doesn't work out you both have a hell of a career ahead in short films industry. The intros are always stellar.

[@asimo3089]

Thomas! You should seriously check out the performance Model 3. It's got Track Mode designed for letting you control the car how you like on a track. From what I've seen, it's a ton of fun.

[@ianwatches]

Can confirm.

[@glennwehmeyer]

Also, track mode allows you to disable traction control.

[@stevenday2067]

@@glennwehmeyer Not really. It just allows the back wheels to slip and drift around turns, while the front wheels pull you in the direction you want. Also, regens more aggressively at the correct points in turns. Track mode doesn't disable anything, it enabled.

[@IizUname]

Word.

[@marksebestyen]

Agreed. Would have been the right comparison

[@SamsungKE]

3:45 he goes to up-shift with a non-existent paddle shift 😂😂

[@m.p.3492]

Lol. Good catch!

[@TempelM]

When you slapped the drink out of his hand, you earned my like :D

[@dewahlrossouw8735]

It should be a performance model 3 vs the m2 for a fair comparison

[@samalamas12345]

I think the point was to compare the two that are just about the same price. I think the performance model 3 is quite a bit more and then it's kinda like comparing apples to oranges.

[@Chrizpin]

@@samalamas12345 performance model 3 is still cheaper than m2 comp

[@ddnmkun]

@@samalamas12345 Wrong, the Performance Model 3 is thousands cheaper than the M2c nowadays.

[@Diddyshaow]

All Teslas look like shit though, the BMW is a better looking, more fun car to drive.

[@samalamas12345]

@@ddnmkun looked it up earlier and you're totally right. I was just going off the numbers in the video that they shared but those must be old.

[@goodreason6462]

Too bad you didn't drive the Model 3 Performance...

[@ThrottleHouse]

We will be very soon.

[@goodreason6462]

​@@ThrottleHouse When I first test drove the Model 3 Rear Wheel drive I wasn't as impress as I thought I was going to be. When I test drove the Model 3 Performance, I knew it was the one for me. It made all the difference. Seeing you guys excited over the Model 3 Rear Wheel drive got me thinking how much more you guys would LOVE the Model 3 Performance.

[@aoeuuaoaou]

@@goodreason6462 I'm pretty sure they were driving the AWD here?

[@aoeuuaoaou]

@Kevin Smith I understand the difference, I have an AWD. :) It boils down to same hardware, nigh indiscernible handling differences, +25% more torque up to about 40mph. From there the HP gap tapers very evenly towards only a sliver of difference at 140mph, where the AWD's governor limit is. As long as you don't have an early P w/o the PUP (20" tires, brake calipers, suspension tweaks that lowers it about .4", some-day-we'll-ship-it spoiler) you'll have those small differences, too. But that's nothing compared to Track Mode.

[@aoeuuaoaou]

@Kevin Smith More important question; Have you reached it, yet? ;) I've not gotten anywhere near it. No idea where I'd test it out around here, really. Breezy to hit 100mph when passing, but need a lot of room for that last leg. I've never had any car up that high, actually. I've had a motorcycle well up past that but that's a different thing.

[@EddyJoe]

“Who am I?” Same thing I asked myself when I drove the Model S and the the Model 3. Can’t believe I enjoyed those cars as much as I did.

[@uNkLeRaRa4]

This channel is quickly becoming my favourite car review channel. So awesome to see since you're in my neck of the woods. Awesome work guys 🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@drewlockliear1436]

Currently have a 2022 Model 3 long range and i'm seriously considering picking up a M2 Comp

[@treykalieph]

In the same boat!!! Moving forward w your decision?

[@Chris21709]

If you want to take a Tesla on a track, you really need to take a Model 3 Performance (with "Track Mode"), which is designed for track use. Regular Model 3s are meant for driving on public roads for daily driving.

[@aoeuuaoaou]

For circuit track? For the hottest of hot laps Track Mode is helpful in keeping the drivetrain cool longer. However $300 for new front pads and DOT 4 brake fluid swap, to keep from cooking your brakes, plus a set of Sunday tires to swap into, and the AWD is entirely ready for a very enjoyable track day. Or if you're switching to summer tires from all season anyway, buy a set of the Michelin PS4 tires (roughly $1100 for a set) and run those all the time. If you follow MPP you'll see what they have done with just the RWD, they've got it lapping at stock P times.

[@natesmith408]

Really appreciated this review and the totally legit comparison between the two cars at that price!

[@rlbrett]

"Revving out the gears in this car and switching gears... it's more fun than messing with people in an elevator."

[@TheHomeExpert5]

For 60 Grand, I can get five really good cars...... or just share a Corolla with my mum.

[@lexithelexus7377]

i share one with my mom too hahahah

[@dzerres]

Women love that. Go for it.

[@chamade166]

And keep the 60 grand (and keep adding) in mutual funds. Let someone else be a wage slave with a car they can’t actually afford.

[@chamade166]

@Josh Too much work, constant hustle and no time for anything else is depressing AF. Time is the most precious commodity.

[@emperormouse5487]

Orrrr make enough money where you can actually drive a nice car instead of a 5 year old Corolla 😂

[@focusonme8498]

I wanna drive an m2 comp every day lol

[@neohimself]

guys this is one of the best car reviews i have seen in a long while... great job from both of you =)

[@fx1446]

Nothing is better than engine sound ☝🏻

[@carguyns4348]

You are right

[@TheSWIMBEAST1]

Can't wait for your comparison with an M@ Competition on the track with Model 3 LR AWD (with nannies disabled) or the Performance version in Track Mode!

[@jonasweber9408]

Me too!! No news about it ?

[@TheSWIMBEAST1]

M2 not M@ of course. Sorry.

[@UltFemWarrior]

Yooo that intro was STRAIGHT FIRE!!😂😂😂

[@MrVeruecktermongo]

Based on the outside and inside look alone i would take the bmw eventhough i really like electro Cars. But the look just puts me of

[@relajad0]

I really like how this video was exactly what I searched for and more! ♡

[@mathurinkerbouchard8931]

Why does the front end of the Tesla remiind me of Daffy Duck?

[@vayoofficial]

I love how honest the tesla driver was

[@JDYTC]

In my socialist country the BMW is heavily taxed and the Tesla is subsidized, making the M2 Competition costs 100K EUR i.e. 113K USD on this moment, while the Model 3 costs 40K EUR i.e. 45K USD on this moment. Kind regards from Amsterdam

[@pcce1557]

Politicians don't know what the hassle is to own and run an electric car because they don't own and maintain a car, someone else does it for them. The world needs to give up on this unattainable goal of going zero emissions because it's not practical to many people. There are environmentally friendly ways of manufacturing carbon neutral gasoline. These new carbon neutral fuels should be promoted. Not promoting electric cars.

[@randyhare6527]

2 model 3s or an m2. That simplifies the decision.

[@DennisEldrup]

@@pcce1557 Carbon neutral fuels? Are you completely insane? Why is it that some people have to be so biased against EV's? Obviously rare and unique gasoline cars will always be around, for enthusiasts. But the vast majority of people just want a safe, cheap car. And not destroy the planet.

[@pcce1557]

@@DennisEldrup Google will tell you more about carbon neutral fuel. Gasoline cars are equally or more safer than EV's. And EV's are not practical in many applications. Many people don't want a toy iPhone that has very low range and takes forever to fully charge in their driveway. EV have their own pollution problems. They are not clean as people claim them to be.

[@pneumonoultramicroscopicsi4065]

@@pcce1557 a very low range? Lmfao. It seems that u don't know what are u talking about.

[@Syrtoutzi]

Blackberry users when they used an iPhone for the first time were saying that iPhone is the future but they loved the manual clicking of the buttons, the small screen and the noise the buttons make....

[@greynolds17]

that skit at the beginning lmao

[@sergeantsaucey]

I had a brain aneurysm reading these comments

[@baronvonhoughton]

You're good at spelling considering

[@lexithelexus7377]

lmao !

[@mrla6240]

i click on this just to watch the intro! it never fails lol, but this was a good video too

[@arianucsb]

This video as well done. Keep it up. Great comparison.

[@eduardoubanell]

You guys are hilarious! Love how you make the car reviews funny and interesting. New subscriber here 🙋‍♂️

[@jamesengelsman9369]

Eduardo Sánchez-Ubanell welcome Eduardo!

[@sharonishere]

I have 2 arms. I also have fore arms. Eats plant. 😂😂

[@hauptmann25]

You know about that comment where Thomas said he felt the street more in the Model 3 than the M2 in that specific corner, I think it is about the silence. Not only do you hear going over gravel, leaves, or imperfections, but the lack of engine noise also allows your other senses to feel more. At least that is what I speculate, I doubt the suspension setup really is better in the Model 3, I think its the lack of noise thats the main difference.

[@ThrottleHouse]

I thought long and hard about that before I said it. I wondered for a while if it was just the silence. But I still think the Model 3 communicates so well.

[@baselsalam]

I own the Lotus Elise, which has manual steering called "telepathic". Got a Model 3, and was blown away by how close it is to the Elise. Tesla learnt a lot from the roadster.

[@hauptmann25]

@@baselsalam You are right I totally forgot about the roadster. Tesla isnt completely new to sporty cars after all.

[@zenqra]

am I the only Model 3 owner that feels the "sense" of the road a bit annoying? This is a heavy car and the recommended psi on the tires is 42. That is a hard tire and sometimes on a rough road I think this car is too noisy. Yes , still love it, best driving fele out there and I have driven BMWs for 22 years.

[@michaelrhodes73]

Hearing the road is useful feedback.

[@border4554]

I feel like these guys are my friends and I never met them.

[@basselalkhoury7697]

love these guys and hope that the channel does better and better and for it to give us more content

[@TedwardDrives]

you had me at "forearms"

[@nousername191]

That moment really got me!

[@domenicdefrancesco]

Looks like both are great cars, and after watching this excellent review, I get the impression one's choice between the two cars comes down to one's personal preferences of driving style. If you're one that loves the sound of a growling engine, the engagement of switching gears at that perfect RPM, that cockpit of dials and gauges, that astonishment of how all those thousands of parts work in perfect unison, then the M2 (or other fine ice cars are for you). But, if you just want to get from point A to point B is a calming environment listening to a great sound system, don't care about all those knobs and dials but still have all the functions, leave home every morning with a "full tank", get instant heat on those cold morning with out waiting for the "engine to warm up", are astonished by how just a couple of moving parts can instantly launch you with so little sound, are excited about a greener future with less dependency on fossil fuel and all the politics that go with with it, then the Model 3 is for you.

[@princealexander6155]

Domenic DeFrancesco I suggest test driving the performance model 3 before any judgements are made

[@nelsonpagan5163]

If you love paying unfluctuating gas prices, maintenance every 3,000 miles so on and on. Buy a BMW 2,3, what ever.

[@baselsalam]

I have a Lotus Elise and the Model3. I get to places quicker in the 3. Test drive one. Instant torque is hard to understand on paper, it needs to be felt. It's got amazing road feel, close to the Elise.

[@shaft9000]

Calling b.s., Basel. Just because Elan swapped the drivetrain into a Lotus at the dawn of the company does not mean that later cars benefit from some sort of 'Lotus-ness'. A Model3 weighs over *1000lbs* heavier than an Elise - and is not seam-welded. Welded chassis' feel anything BUT similar to a Tesla. Even the M2 is in a completely different league, and it's sold as a 'motorsports-derived' auto (although a legitimate homologation M-car hasn't really been mass-produced in over 20 years, but that's another matter).

[@mrmorrisniceguy987]

"It looks like a Skandinavian Living Room" So it baiscally looks like IKEA😂

[@williamerazo1685]

Copyrighted

[@raimondsduda]

Hmmmmm...true

[@taylorc2542]

Built like Ikea too.

[@VerryJerry90]

haha low key shots fired at Cammisa with the C43 AMG being a true AMG :P

[@RobertLindabury]

It's amazing all the negative comments from people here who haven't even test driven a Model 3 AWD or Performance. They won't even consider it even after the self-proclaimed gear-head in this video gave it a very, VERY strong review. You think those guys weren't being honest? Wow. Just wow. And yes, I've driven manual shift vehicles all my life and modified my vehicles. I still have a modified 5-speed in my garage but there's no getting around the fact that the Model 3 is one awesome automobile. Maybe you all should just give a Performance version a test drive and then make an informed comment.

[@Qlicky]

90% percent of people here, myself included, never drove either of these cars and they all talk like they know these cars inside out. I dont think anyone who likes driving will shit on a car that goes 0-100 in 4 seconds, regardless of the car in question. Personally, I would never go for the Tesla if I had $50K to burn on a new car. Dont like the looks, dont like the interior, chargers are non-existent where I live... Not everything is about the acceleration and speed. Having said that, I wouldnt go for that m2 either.

[@zacharyking6171]

@@Qlicky My dad is about as environmentalist as they come, but he wouldn't buy a Tesla for the same reasons you mentioned: doesn't like the interior, okay about the exterior, and drives about 300 miles a day for work meaning he can't exactly stop to charge.

[@ZeroTheHero6920]

As someone who has test driven and raced in mexico Tesla's are very quick by all means but they have the 0-60 times they fall off at high speeds. Also any car enthusiast cant let go of the rumbling and screaming of a inline 6 or a V-8 or a V-10 the sound makes the car 10 times better. Turbo spool supercharger wine you name it that's what makes cars fun. Another thing is those electric cars are at their peak performance you cant just put bigger turbos and make more power they are what they are.

[@miketheman4341]

Have the publication outlets like Consumer Reports not driven the Tesla? In fact they based their evaluation on thousands of them and found it to be extremely unreliable while needing extremely long repair times as parts simply don’t exist for repairs. So we can either take your word or that of the scientific method used by CR.

[@NubsMcKraken]

It's amazing to watch people react for sure. I have an 05 supercharged (~300hp) lotus elise and driven it for 6 years. Got a model 3 performance a few months ago. Completely different cars, of course, with the tesla being awd, instant torque, and weighing twice as much. Still, on my first AutoX last year, I placed 35/70 on a dry day in the elise (I know, I suck). Yesterday, in the rain, I placed 8/70 my first time running the model 3. The car is an absolute joy to drive, and take it from someone who is intimate with "drivers cars" - it is a joy to drive around corners. Is it the same experience as the Elise? Heck no. If I had to choose one to drive to work AND to autox? The choice is clear.

[@jeffberwick]

Oh man, you guys need to drive the Model 3 perfromance version. You will love track mode!

[@alexzhou7]

frammis u should try doing some donuts in an m2 it’s a blast

[@americanadventures8985]

Scandinavian living room was the best description of Tesla’s interior 👍

[@JaySwift]

the m2 looks like a lovely weekend car :)

[@Karrguy1973]

I so throughly loved all aspects of this video, and hence you have a new sub! Awesome channel gentlemen 👍🏾

[@drewlockliear1436]

Just found your channel thanks to this video. Keep up the quality content!

[@christosvasakiris1921]

I love the out takes and the chemistry you both have. As an E 39 M5 owner I really am nervous about the future of lost combustion engine "soul" and the disappearing manual gear box. What gives me some positive outlook is that many of the top performance auto companies are entering into this arena like Audi, Porsche , Bmw etc. Musk was a visionary disruptor. Unfortunately I think once the major auto groups ramp this technology up he will struggle to compete in all facets of the driving experience. Keep the vids coming you're spot on.

[@erickrcisneros]

You cannot squeeze off a fart in a Tesla as easy as you could in a M series.

[@ShaunRF]

Maybe I'm just getting old, but newer BMW's just don't speak to me the way the old ones did. It's hard to articulate why, but this just makes it far easier for me to choose the Tesla.

[@ironmantooltime]

And an old BMW

[@vteckickedin2365]

I still choose the m2 ofc but you're right. I wasn't even born when it came out but the old e30s look so cool. Now I'd choose that over ANY tesla or almost any modern car for that matter.

[@babajungLA]

So the Teslas speak to you like the old BMWs did? Lmao! Gtfo, fangirl comment.

[@datguyphil391]

It's because your old now.

[@MrF-ly2bb]

And your full of shit in an old and new way !

[@ColinFox]

You guys should take out a Model 3 Performance and check out Track Mode. It will blow your mind.

[@bricla9178]

I don't think anyone can tell that it's fun to drive a car with a single pedal. It's the most boring thing you can do on the road. Having 3 pedals and a gear shifter is way more fun than any Tesla or electric car.

[@josh_m]

@@bricla9178 did you watch the video? Lots of "petrol heads" would now disagree with you.

[@bricla9178]

@@josh_m I have watched the video and I have driven Tesla's. It was so boring. No free revving engine, no clutch , no gears is so boring. I will never buy and drive garbage electric cars.

[@ccengineer5902]

@@bricla9178 Relax, child. No need to run your mouth at another person's enjoyment. Pelnty of fun can be had from both types of cars.

[@Max-vq9xd]

C&C Engineer lmao he’s running his mouth dickhead. He’s a car guy, most car guys hate Tesla’s, I fucking hate them as well

[@andrewb325]

This is one of the best Tesla reviews I've seen, and I've been watching all of them over the past few days. I currently drive a 2022 Civic Si, but I just spent the last week driving my friend's 2018 Long Range AWD Model 3 and it was honestly a revelation. I expected it to be numb and appliance-like. It wasn't. The steering is full of feel, better than any electric power steering ICE car I've driven, and the car handles amazingly well. The power is on another level and the delivery is very intuitive. Regenerative breaking is also great once you get used to it. It works like really strong compression braking, which I like. I'm currently searching for used Model 3's and will probably buy one within the next month once I'm done researching them.

[@marioformicadae6637]

I tried owning a Tesla, had to sell it. It gets really fucking hot and really fucking cold where I live, never in the middle, Tesla never really liked that... The steering did feel nice, but the car felt heavy. Sure, it's fun to drive, but it gets old faster than it should. I regretted selling my Evo 9. Long story short Teslas are cool, just not for me. And the fanboys are another problem altogether, lol

[@johnj9094]

enjoyable but educational also good show keep it up...……….

[@wbwayne8887]

Guessing that if the model 3 you compared would have had the performance package, it probably would have put you over the edge Thomas. That is the one you need to compare on the track.

[@aoeuuaoaou]

Quality content here. I'd not seen you before, Subscriber earned. Definitely looking forward to a MPP + Throttle House crossover episode, to watch you giggle in one of Sasha's toys.

[@AgroAaronFpv]

I was really excited to see this video but then I realized you didn't drive the performance version of the 3 . I Just a model 3 performance on a twisty back road and was completely blown away. That thing is otherworldly, and I was amazed that I didn't miss changing gears. You guys need to drive the performance!!

[@victorlester4374]

I feel u bro its like my grandma learning facebook for the 1st time.

[@pappyodanial]

I like this comparison because it makes no sense, and yet in the heart of motoring, it does.

[@thillyard1]

Great video guys, I really enjoy the dynamics between both of you. I've been reluctant about this whole EV thing, but your review of the Tesla Model3 makes me want to drive one.

[@jamesengelsman9369]

thillyard1 yes! Absolutely go drive one. It’ll be the most interesting thing you do that day

[@feutastisch]

your videos are the best on youtube :)

[@cooksey47]

Good video very informative thanx guys! Also very funny I was dying at a few parts lol 😂

[@Cybernatural]

Can you imagine the performance Model 3.

[@Wirmish]

.... and the Roadster 2.

[@TwileD]

As a Model 3 owner and with all the loyalty that inspires, while I would've preferred the Model 3 to be everyone's car of choice, I am still happy at how close the cars were. I talk to a number of petrolheads and I swear, I can't go a month without someone expressing their displeasure (tactless, in my opinion) at my purchase. "There's no enjoyment in them", was what someone told me last week. If there's one thing I wish more people would realize, it's that you can still have a lot of fun with an EV. As I myself am not a petrolhead, saying the Model 3 feels fun means very little. Hearing car enthusiasts say that it's a satisfying drive is exactly what I need to help folks keep an open mind. Thanks for that.

[@weakpig]

So how do you deal with the negativity that almost everyone you meet throws at you? Do you try to explain how good it is? I would probably just give up explaining anything at all and let them continue being ignorant. After all, I'm the only one who would be driving my (future) Model 3 and I don't have to explain anything to anyone.

[@TwileD]

@@weakpig The best I've been able to do is link to articles and videos from people who are auto enthusiasts. I know most people won't understand until they try firsthand, but hearing good things from half a dozen separate publications and reviewers might make some people more open to giving cars like the Model 3 a chance. It's a fine line to walk, because you don't want to be preachy.

[@TwileD]

@@weakpig Also, I should note that I don't get negativity from almost everyone I meet. Whether by good fortune or good choices, most people I know are excited about EVs. Indeed, just last month I had an interaction with a curious *mailman* who was driving behind me for a half mile. He knew a bit about Teslas, but presumably had never talked to an owner, so he had some questions. I've never owned a car which random folks were interested in, so it was pretty funny to me :)

[@pepstein]

Twile D - Well said good sir.

[@MattCasters]

@@TwileD that's exactly it. IRL folks are always nice. The only place where people are attacking Tesla and EVs relentlessly is online. This leads me to believe it's just a very loud vocal minority and worth ignoring or answering with kind and informative replies.

[@danielatlas5544]

Normally i should hate car journalists,autocar ones in england took my magic carpet ride idea and gave or sld it to Mercedes and quiet frankly are in the pockets of the car manufacturers and not their public but with you guys i dont care ,you are bloody entertaining and deserve all the success you can get.god bless ,love your stuff.

[@calebkopitsky7611]

That had to be one of their best intros 😂😂

[@MrCanal2012]

Great comparison! If you get to the track, would be cool to find an M3 since it's closer in size to the Model 3. And then I guess you would have to find a Model 3 Performance to match the price. Would love to see that video :)

[@wbwayne8887]

"2arms but also forearms," lmao. Took me a sec or 2.

[@russell2449]

I wonder if Tesla would consider adding a software tweak that would allow you to choose from a number of different engine noises that would be tied to the actual acceleration of the car? Having driven a performance Model 3, while I loved almost everything about the car, I too missed having some kind of audible feedback which I, as a driver, like to use to gauge my speed without having to look at the speedo. Personally, I'd use either the sound effect of the USS Vengeance Transwarp Drive, or one of Pod Racers from Star Wars ;?D

[@TheGomezIndustries]

Tech guys would appreciate and understand the Tesla more. It’s like your grandfather hating smartphones and still prefer landlines. It’s the old meeting the new and there’s always going to be friction but the future is inevitable.

[@raymond961]

Tesla is just very different. Everyone should try to drive one. I bet You will be excited.

[@davidfuentes7941]

Absolutely! Just like someone would be excited to drive an m2 No one just appreciates the architecture of these makes instead everyone goes to fight each other

[@yummyhershey5902]

David Fuentes, very accurate. I can see why people dislike the Tesla, but they’re doing cool things just like BMW, and I think we should be able to appreciate that.

[@Alby911]

Let me see: no driver engagement without manual. no engine note to listen to. a back end that won't try to kill me. I'll pass, thanks. ;)

[@CYCLEGAMER1]

Very true....I have been addicted to the car ever since I had one for a weekend

[@terribrad24]

I was actually quite the opposite of excited after my test drive of a Tesla (Model X)

[@dyhppyx]

Loved your reviews. But the one thing that reviewers fail to discuss is autopilot. I was next to a m3 in Los Angeles traffic. He was revving and stopping and I was totally relaxing. There is NO competition when you consider that real world aspect.

[@marcomorelli4051]

Autopilot is still illigal in most countries, the countries that realize the tech is not ready yet because it can't make moral choices yet and it still fails to much.

[@dyhppyx]

Marco Morelli sorry not sure where ur at. I meant North America and Europe at least

[@marcomorelli4051]

@@dyhppyx It's not actually allowed in all of Europe, only in The Netherlands, UK, Germany, Austria, Spain, France and Russia. There are some important countries in there but they all allow it to different degress with The Netherlands being the clear leader. But others like Switzerland, Denmark, Belgium, all of Scandinavia, Poland, Romenia, Portugal, Hungary, Croatia, Italy, etc don't allow it yet

[@foam27]

@@marcomorelli4051 lol,talk out ur azz

[@marcomorelli4051]

@@foam27 I am not 'talking out of my ass', if you do some research you'll find all I just said is true. Judging by your reacion tough I doubt that you know what the word research means

[@doncorleone1064]

Who tf thought that mounting the front license plate like that is a good idea?!

[@aLn12301]

It's the law to have a front plate mounted in some places, most people don't like the look of a license plate anywhere in the front but they still need to have it there to not get pulled over for it. Some cars don't have mounting holes in the front bumper so you'd have to drill into your bumper to put it in the center like most cars. Cars like the M2 have a front tow hook mount that do not require drilling holes into your car and can be easily removed or installed in less than a minute. So you're able to keep it on while on the road, and you can easily take it off for a car show or taking pictures of the car.

[@Tripp55]

The committee who decides whether your state will require a front plate or not doesn't give a FFFF about cars and it is very sad :(

[@nickmanville900]

Basically what alan_mirz said. Also if you mount it in a more central place you would likely block the grill, and you dont want to do that on a performance car lol

[@MelvinKhosa]

Are you talking about the M2? Obviously the owner didn't wanna drill holes in the front bumper and used an adapter that works with the tow hook location. I did the same on mine.

[@nicholasfield6127]

@@Tripp55 I don't get why manufacturers dont take front plates more into consideration like the rear plates. Most places need them now. Luckily I like in a US state that does not need one.

[@BoyanDobrev]

Really really enjoyed this episode! Can you please do one with the new model 3 Longe Range? All current videos are with the standard range and they are boring AF. We need some Thomas & James humor!

[@billm47645]

I would say that the intros are cheesy. HOWEVER, ummmm...you two pull them off surprisingly good. Sitcom in your future? LOL

[@julianbutcher2642]

I am a gearhead, too. I have an M3 (e93 ... the V8), and a Porsche Macan S, and a 1962 Porsche 356S, and a couple of others. I recently bought a Tesla Model 3 (Long Range, Dual Motor). Love my gas cars but I have to say that the Tesla is amazing in terms of enjoyable to drive, efficient, fast, comfortable, and inexpensive to run. My Tesla has the white interior, which is highly recommended as it makes the car feel more premium. If you haven't driven a Model 3 go and do it.

[@VG-Motors]

Finally someone who drives a tesla, but likes both: electric cars and gasoline cars. You're a true member of the car community! :)

[@felipethenerd8710]

Same, picked up a Model 3 Dual Motor a few weeks ago and it is great as the everyday vehicle. Still have the Elise SC as the weekend therapy 👍

[@pogo1140]

It's inexpensive to run as long as you don't have to fix anything. When something does fail, be it a $0.50 wire in door handle assembly, Tesla will charge you $600+ to fix if it's not under warranty. And from what I hear, they'll "fix it" by replacing the entire door handle assembly with a new one that has the same wire part that's just waiting to fail. Fixing it permanently requires a $20-30 3rd party repair kit that will void your Tesla Warranty.

[@babajungLA]

Sure you did.

[@Son37Lumiere]

@@pogo1140 If it's under warranty, what does it matter what it supposedly costs, if it's out of warranty you can repair it with the $20-30 third party kit. What's the problem? Also, your particular argument only applies to the much more expensive Model S and its motorized pop out door handles.

[@6806goats1]

How’s the lack of gauges suit you. One of my big interior foibles. I’m too used to engine sounds and instrumentation.

[@magran17]

Wow, great job guys. Subscription earned.

[@youmakeitreal]

Well done boys. Very entertaining, and informative. Like the "man" intro. Got the comic relief crash helmet on after that.

[@Black2005Lotus]

This is actually a really interesting comparison. I like my cars loud and manual too, but I think ultimately I fear far more for the autonomous vehicle future than the change to Electric....

[@RSofio]

By far the best car show on KZbin. Professional, funny and engaging 👍

[@Daem8nic]

23:28 When Miata Is Always The Answer

[@oc0dyc]

Ah yes, my favorite old saying: "WMIATA"

[@jordancrist9191]

I love the sound of the exhaust and the purr of an V8 Twin Turbo. But I drove my brothers Tesla Model 3 and it's 100x better than any ICE vehicle I've driven or rode in. I account for looks, interior and other factors but efficiency is where Tesla is destroying ICE vehicles. Electric motors make barely any noise which some don't like but it's quickly forgotten when you're hitting 60 in less than 4 seconds. Wait a few more years when the cost of these bad boys go down and then they will take over the market for good. Electric Cars are easily the future of mass transportation.

[@tlf361]

I absolutely hated Tesla and their arrogant fanboys until I drove one... Holy crap. Now, I still strongly dislike Musk and his loyal minions, but I LOVE the product. It's literally the perfect daily driver; efficient and fun.

[@VG-Motors]

Yes, Tesla is a good company. but the "Hardcore Tesla Fanboys" make me not love their cars so much.

[@Cal3000]

@@tlf361 I'm literally in the same boat as you. The fanboys are disgusting, but I love the engineering behind it. However, a lot of tesla drivers are assholes as they always try to show you up on the road as if they are faster. One time this AWD model 3 tried to block my lane switch to enter the highway when I was in my evo. I swear, he got so pissed off trying to get past me like he is suppose to be faster than everything. I got ahead of him and he literally almost side swiped me when i slowed down in a merging lane to get ahead of me. I can tell he was a fanboy. They are terrible. lol

[@dreiak]

@@Cal3000 you sound equally as terrible. In traffic just let people in, its better than taking damage to your car no matter who is driving.

[@Cal3000]

@@dreiak I was trying to get over to enter the highway. Ain't my fault tesla drivers think they are god of the roads now. I was ahead in the merger. He was crashing into me to try to prove a point with his little model 3. Tesla drivers have a terrible complex.

[@blitzbbffl]

M2 Competition w/manual! More grins per mile!

[@stevenday2067]

Not when you have to commute into the city with it after the track weekend. Manual BMW in 60 minutes of stop and go traffic every day = hell.

[@lorenzmuller4000]

Steven Day You obviously never drove a manual.

[@cros13]

Have to disagree as a former E90 M3 driver who went electric. After a few months you are wary of pushing a combustion vehicle due to all the maintenance and running cost implications. With an EV there is effectively zero reason not to floor it from every stop light on your commute. My primary EV has taken 180,000km of basically abuse, with no faults (bar a dodgy wing mirror folding motor) and a single solitary service in 4 years.

[@stevenday2067]

@@lorenzmuller4000 Only every day for two decades, cars, plus a few manual motorcycles. 60 minutes of stop and go traffic each way with your feet constantly balancing the clutch and gas, then when you stop entirely, throw it in neutral and hold down the brake. I went electric, car and motorcycle, all I worry about is the throttle now. Brake when we come to complete stop for a while. Model 3, I just enable autopilot and listen to the radio and make sure no one hits me, while it inches me along. What city do you commute into, with your effortless manual car?

[@stevenday2067]

@@lorenzmuller4000 It's funny you say that though, I actually drove my first automatic in 2000, in England. I owned a Ford Granada, manual, and had to drive a drunk person's automatic home and had no idea how to do it. hah. Got the hang after a few minutes, but remember everyone mocking me.

[@shikarbabulall3897]

Tesla looks nice but I love the M2

[@kazi6343]

I have been watching these guys since 2019. I just bought a model 3 based on their review. Thank you guys.

[@trumplessplease8933]

One major difference that was never discussed in your reviews...the huge advantage the Tesla has over the BMW...updates. I own a Model 3, although just the rear wheel drive version, but I've already had several software updates since August. In each instance the owner experience increased. Not necessarily by leaps and bounds, but Tesla listens to complaints and suggestions, and instead of having to plunk down another $60k for the next version of the BMW, my Tesla is getting smarter and better with age. Name me an ICE car that does that?

[@ool3062]

John Gunnison Too bad, BMW has automatic updates.

[@DerpEye]

Who gives a crap when you can refuel your car in minutes, instead of tre quarter of an hour, or hours (in most placs).

[@cordeliushultberg9075]

@Mario tf are you talking about😂not a word of that is true😂😂

[@cordeliushultberg9075]

@Mario I actually do watch both Rich rebuilds as well as many others! And if you listened to what they were saying you would know that what you're saying is untrue. Also go take a look at the statistics of safety, costumer satisfaction and breakdowns. Tesla consistently comes out as the best performing car brand all across the board. Have a nice day:)

[@Kevin-xr8bo]

Tesla is $30,000 more than the M2 so any fuel savings you get goes out the window. Plus it's a Tesla and at least here in California, has a bad reputation. BMW is still it and the M2 is awesome. I own both.

[@Natethegreat200c]

“Older Honda “ and “Corolla “ just Corolla. ANY Corolla 😭😭🤣🤣 that was funny because how everyone lovesssss the new accord

[@dallatorretdu]

As Scotty Kimler says, the corolla is the only car that need to exist, if it's from '98

[@TheTechieReviewer]

The intro was hilarious, make more please!

[@mcmbanks9635]

I don’t know if they were sponsored by Tesla or something because i drove a model X like 2 days ago and they are kind of exaggerating some things for this comparison.

[@nholmes86]

hahah that epic intro

[@jean-francoisplante4347]

I traded my M2 on a tesla3 AWD, no regrets. I think you guys nailed the comparison. I think the Tesla3 + lightweight summer sports car combo is indeed the way to go.

[@9Achaemenid]

What do you think about 2016 435ix M performance? It's my first BMW so I don't know what to expect.

[@michaelngfinance]

I like the way you two laugh with excitement in the BMW! It seems like BMW is much more fun to drive than Tesla.

[@hasangenc2922]

Obviously. Proper gas cars with manual transmission are always more fun than electric cars.