BMW M4 (GT3-era Sports Coupe)
The BMW M4 is BMW’s turbocharged rear-drive performance coupe, built on the F82 platform and known for its sharp chassis balance, aggressive styling, and everyday usability with serious track-day capability. In Assetto Corsa, the ks_bmw_m4 represents the road-going M4 generation that bridged the gap between BMW’s M division heritage and modern turbocharged performance.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.0L twin-turbocharged S55 inline-6 (front-mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~431 hp (317 kW)
Redline: ~7,600 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed M-DCT dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,572 kg
Dimensions: ~4,671 mm long × 1,870 mm wide × 1,383 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,812 mm
Tires: High-performance road tires on BMW alloy wheels
Brakes: Performance vented discs with multi-piston calipers
Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The BMW M4 is a stable, muscular rear-wheel-drive coupe that rewards clean inputs and good throttle discipline. It feels planted at speed, with strong front-end bite on turn-in and predictable balance through the middle of the corner. Compared with lighter sports cars, it carries more mass, so momentum management matters — but that weight also gives it a solid, confidence-building character that makes it easy to trust.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo inline-6 delivers a deep, refined growl with a hard-edged turbocharged urgency when the revs climb. Low-end torque is strong, making the car feel quick off the line and punchy out of slower corners. The sound is less exotic than a naturally aspirated M car, but it has a clean, purposeful tone that suits the car’s modern performance personality.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Accurate and composed, with mild understeer if entered too hot. It responds well to trail braking and smooth steering.
Traction: Good rear grip, but full-throttle exits can trigger oversteer if the driver is abrupt or the tires are cold.
Braking: Strong road-car braking performance with decent modulation, though not quite motorsport sharp.
Top Speed: Respectable for a road car, with enough power to feel rapid on medium and fast circuits.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it with smoothness and patience. It likes a measured approach into corners and progressive throttle on exit, especially when traction is limited. It shines on technical circuits and fast road courses where its blend of grip, stability, and turbo torque can be used effectively.
Livery & Aesthetics: The M4 has classic BMW M proportions — wide fenders, a long hood, and a compact coupe silhouette. In sim form, the sharp body lines, signature kidney grille, and aggressive stance give it a purposeful look that feels equally at home in street trim or dressed up with motorsport-inspired liveries.
Whether you're carving up your favorite road circuit or just enjoying a quick, responsive modern BMW, the M4 is a polished all-rounder with enough character to keep every lap engaging.