If anyone thinks that the recent C&D M3 win was a fluke, they now have quite a pattern to dispute, as Motortrend has also declared the M3 as the benchmark which the RS5 and CTS-V still falls short of. When it comes to things that matter - performance, passion, pure driver appeal, the M3 still trumps all in its segment!

The M3 has been out for 3 years, providing a benchmark for Audi and GM to meet and exceed with their newer RS5 and CTS-V Coupe. But, so far that has not been the case, as shown by the results of Car and Driver’s latest comparison, pitting the M3 against the RS5 and CTS-V. Check out the number results inside.

Here’s a comparison many of you have been eagerly anticipating - the M3 ZCP competition versus the Audi RS5! We will say no more and let you see the results for yourself inside