Tuned Toyota Supra Drag Races BMW M4, Decimation Follows

The 2020 Supra was co-developed alongside the BMW Z4. They share platforms, powertrains, some suspension components and even a few trim components. Despite this, we've seen in several drag races that the Supra is faster than the Z4.

But what happens when you put it up against one of BMW's better inline-6 powertrains. We already have a pretty good idea what happens because the Supra has already raced the BMW M2. But specs are really important, and the fight against the M4 might turn out closer than we think.

This being a 2020 model, this European Supra is officially rated at 340 hp and 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque. We know that the Toyota numbers are underrated, but the weight might also play a role here. This Japanese sports car tips the scales at 1,570kg (3,461 lbs).

Meanwhile, the M4 Coupe is one of the earlier models, so not the monster that it became towards the end of its life. It too uses a 3-liter engine, but it's been breathed upon by the M division's magicians, also boasting two turbochargers instead of just one.

Power sits at 431 hp and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft). The increase isn't huge, and the M4 is also carrying a bit of extra weight, roughly 165 lbs.

But wait, because the Supra has a dirty little secret, tuning in the form of a downpipe and ECU flash that bumps up the power to a much more impressive 440 hp and 678 Nm (500). So power is almost the same.

It's going to be down to the way the BMW puts down its power and works its DCT gearbox. And yes, the drivetrain works better in the M4. You can't just add a bunch of power to these turbocharged engines and expect to go that much faster.