# Supercharged Motorsport Cars The New BMW M Performance Cars Offer Upgraded Power and Performance By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-05-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-m-performance References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/bmw-m140i-m240i-update/43391/) & [press.bmwgroup](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0259974EN/more-power-and-greater-efficiency-for-the-quartet-of-compact-bmw-m-performance-automobiles) The latest and greatest addition to the [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive) M Performance series of vehicles, the M140i is a vehicle that is clearly designed to compete with the likes of [Mercedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucid-air-grand-touring-performance) AMG and [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550e-xdrive) RS vehicles in terms of motorsport-inspired performance. This particular vehicle is equipped with an engine that is capable of churning out as much as 340 horsepower, giving it a 13-horsepower advantage over its predecessor. These vehicles also offer a healthy 396 pound-feet of torque that is available between 1,500 and 4,500 revolutions per minute. As is only appropriate with a BMW M Performance car, the M140i is rapid in attaining the 100 km/h mark, able to do so in only 4.4 seconds. With its ability to sprint off the blocks quickly and maintain a high speed, the BMW M140i is a motorsport vehicle with extremely high credibility. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upgraded Performance:** The trend of supercharged motorsport cars offering upgraded power and performance presents opportunities for companies to develop innovative engine technologies and advanced aerodynamics. - **Rapid Acceleration:** The trend of supercharged motorsport cars achieving faster acceleration times creates opportunities for manufacturers to incorporate lightweight materials and enhance power-to-weight ratios. - **High-speed Capability:** The trend of supercharged motorsport cars reaching high speeds opens up possibilities for businesses to explore advanced suspension systems and improved vehicle stability controls. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can leverage the trend of supercharged motorsport cars to develop cutting-edge technologies for performance vehicles. - **Engineering:** The engineering industry can benefit from the trend of supercharged motorsport cars by offering innovative solutions in engine optimization, aerodynamics, and lightweight materials. - **Automotive Performance Accessories:** The automotive performance accessories industry can tap into the trend of supercharged motorsport cars by providing upgraded parts and components that enhance power, acceleration, and speed. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sporty Luxury Sedan EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i7-m70-xdrive.md) - [Monstrously Powerful Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-hybrid-suv.md) - [Performance-Focused Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-m60.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Motorsports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m4-csl.md) - [Powerful Plug-In Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550e-xdrive.md) - [Sporty Performance SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-bmw-alpina-xb7.md) - [Powerful Performance Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-xm.md) - [Ultra-Agile Performance Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-r-1300-r-roadster.md) - [Hardcore Track Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-m-1000-rr.md)