The anticipation is building. You’re familiar with the exhilarating Audi R8 V10 after a memorable 24-hour experience. Now, a BMW M8 Convertible is on its way – a purchase based on faith, sight unseen. The question lingers: is it just a heavier, topless M5 F90, or something closer to the R8 you admire? As a long-time BMW ///M enthusiast, you’re hoping the M8 bridges the gap, offering a taste of R8 performance, looks, and status without straying from the BMW family.
It’s undeniable that BMW currently lacks a direct rival to the Audi R8. The i8 is a different breed altogether. Perhaps the M8, while not a mid-engined supercar, can at least inch closer to that territory, echoing Audi’s own leap with the RS7 years ago. While the F90 M5 arguably surpassed the RS7, the R8 realm feels like uncharted territory for BMW M.
These are valid thoughts for anyone cross-shopping these performance icons. The core desire is to understand if the M8 offers a similar thrill and prestige as the R8, or if it occupies a different niche within the high-performance car landscape. Many enthusiasts familiar with both platforms are keen to share their insights. Stay tuned for a real-world comparison once the M8 arrives to see how it stacks up against the benchmark Audi R8 and other performance vehicles.
