TerraPhantm
01-12-2011, 01:35 AM
Tried taking my M3 out a few hours ago... I'd say there was roughly 1-2" of snow on the road, (and 4 or 5 in my driveway). The car performed terribly. I couldn't go beyond 15mph no matter what gear I selected, the car would understeer like crazy even at absurdly low speeds, and braking was nearly impossible.
I used to drive a 330i ZHP with Dunlop Wintersport 3Ds, and it felt 10x better. Now I realize the M3 is more powerful, but shouldn't the snow performance between the two cars be similar for cornering and braking? Heck, I would think acceleration would be better because of the LSD... Only thing I can think of is that the Wintersports are a superior tire.
Anyone have experience with their Ms in the snow? Any recommendations for tires? I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a new set. I'm thinking either Wintersport 3Ds or Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3s.
Wheels are 17x7.5 and tires are 225/45HR17 (wrong size I know...) Replacement tires will be 225/50 R17.
The 330i was on 205/55VR16 Wintersports - would having the 20mm narrower tire effect things that significantly?
I used to drive a 330i ZHP with Dunlop Wintersport 3Ds, and it felt 10x better. Now I realize the M3 is more powerful, but shouldn't the snow performance between the two cars be similar for cornering and braking? Heck, I would think acceleration would be better because of the LSD... Only thing I can think of is that the Wintersports are a superior tire.
Anyone have experience with their Ms in the snow? Any recommendations for tires? I'm going to bite the bullet and buy a new set. I'm thinking either Wintersport 3Ds or Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3s.
Wheels are 17x7.5 and tires are 225/45HR17 (wrong size I know...) Replacement tires will be 225/50 R17.
The 330i was on 205/55VR16 Wintersports - would having the 20mm narrower tire effect things that significantly?