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Apple Vs. Apple - part 2 of 2; Two cars we're nutty about prove fast fruit.

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The overall winner? The Cayman was tops in every one of the objective number tests and felt better to drive in all conditions but one. The M Coupe felt way better on the racetrack. So the Porsche finishes first because it was better (just barely) at almost everything. Of course, the one venue where the BMW triumphed might be the one that matters most to more than a few owners.

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2006 BMW M COUPE

Base Price (includes $695 delivery and $1,000 gas guzzler): $50,995

As-tested Price: $57,595

Horsepower: 330 @ 7900 rpm

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