BMW M3 v AMG C63 v Audi RS4: V8 DRAG RACE

It’s time for an old school, naturally-aspirated drag race! We’ve got Mat sat in the B8 Audi RS4, and he’s lining up alongside a W204 AMG C63 and a BMW M3 E90! While the RS4’s packing a 4.2-litre V8 that’ll produce 450hp, the C63 rolls up with a 6.2-litre V8 that’ll produce 460hp! As for the M3, under the bonnet, you’ll find a 4-litre V8 with 420hp! So, all relatively similar, apart from the heavier RS4 is the only one with four-wheel drive! Will it make all the difference? IT’S TIME TO FIND OUT!

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[rollsroyceful]

The 6.2 liter naturally aspirated AMG engine was one of the greatest engines even till this date

[Dgnkrty]

That Mercedes will one day become legendary for its sound, engine and looks. If its not already. What a machine.

[Siya-fnpu]

They don't make them like they used to, that old C63 V8 6.2L was a real beast, just sounds awesome.

[gmubl]

I’m a bimmer myself but I love that 6.2 V8 on the W204 c63. What a incredible engineering.

[LegatoStudios]

That Merc is just crazy. It's the fastest, the best sounding, the best brakes, and the cheapest! Bravo to the Mercedes team.

[thephao]

Matt: They all sound awesome, click on the right and banner to cast your vote...

C63: Oh c'mon mate

[P.thoma]

Best race all year.. This was the best Era of European motoring

[MHLave_]

That C63 is simply irreplaceable. The sound, the looks, the speed, THE EVERYTHING

[RomkaHH]

I am an huge BMW fanboy, but dude the sound of the amg is godlike!

[mchl_k]

Though i'm a huge Audi fan, i'd rather buy this Mercedes. The engine, exhaust sound, its look are so damn brutal! This is probably the greatest AMG of 21 century.

[ADJLfanatic]

There is nothing quite like those 6.2 Amg 63 mercs, Phenomenal and still are as proved

[isakfelder]

Who is here in 2025 to look at these beautiful cars?

[subhashishsaha]

" Yes, good launch, I'm not doing that again.... few moments realises that the Mercedes comes past him "

Mat's Reaction: 👹

😂😂😂😂😂

[MrComfymaluks]

Even BMW fan boys love the W204 c63, including me...legendary!

[Zamtrak]

It’s crazy how insane that Merc is, especially when you consider that it’s the cheapest car there by a significant margin

[neomashishi]

Reading all these comments about the C63 just proves how great this car is/was . It's a legend.

[Mfh]

The best gen of Small German Sport Saloons ever. Masterpieces

[qasimalsaidi]

As Jeremy Clarkson described the 6.2 AMG engine: "nuke!"

[knockingvalves]

That air suspension on low setting really doesn't suit that Mercedes, looks like the suspension is collapsed, shame...

[mason]

I have a w204 C63 Performance Pack, and anytime I even think about selling it, I come back to this video to read the comments. It's my dream car, and puts a smile on my face every single journey I do in it. Irreplaceable!