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Originally Posted by jnotrom711
BMW saying there will be "no competition model" does not mean there will not be a higher model.
From my understanding, it will just be called something else. Such as the Label Red, like they did with the XM, and XM Label Red. The XM Label Red already has more power then the M5 (738/748HP vs 717/727 in M5).
As far as the transmission is concerned, and being maxed on power, maybe, but im sure they could easily make adjustments or the supplier can make adjustments. However, with that said... the XM already has more power, and weighs more. So I would imagine the transmission in that is capable of supporting a more power M5 "label red" or whatever they may call it.
Anyone know with how where the electric motor is (inside the transmission correct?) does that help relieve any stress on the transmission ? Im no engineer but I would think they would need to make some hardware adjustments anyway just for the hybrid motor in there. But again, Im no engineer.
But they've also hinted at ( I think) a tri or quad electric motor version with over 1000 hp, allegedly.
I believe there is plenty of room for a least 1 higher model, is that being a "comp" or "label red" ? Who knows. But they detuned the 4.4L V8 from (CS level) 627hp, down to 577 ( or close to that #) so down 50HP from the M5 CS, but very similar engine, so im sure its capable of at least an additional 50 HP from the gas motor, and im sure could squeeze more out of an electric set up as well. But just increasing the gas motor 50 additional ponies will bring it to @775HP so that would make sense to just [...]
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Someone dynod the g90 and got 800+ hp…