E92 M3 Weight Distribution

[Dave 330i]

With a V8 in front, what will BMW do to keep the weight distribution to 50/50? Will lighter weight carbon fiber replace the steel hood?

[RandyB]

I read somewhere that the new all aluminum 4.0 V8 is very close to the same weight as the cast iron I-6. In addition to that, it is not as long as the I-6 and therefore the center of the engine mass is further back in the chassis. I think it will be the same, or close as a result.

I wonder what the final hp will be - 400, 415 or 425hp?

I'm thinking 415 hp and 3550 lbs.

[Laszlo]

With a V8 in front, what will BMW do to keep the weight distribution to 50/50? Will lighter weight carbon fiber replace the steel hood?

The HUGE and long rear end of the 335i should balance it out alright.