Hey all, I know u guys settled already..but just my 2cents.. from being a drag slut here :p
I dont think a
stock/std SW20 turbo can pull away from a E46 M3 that easily if they both giving it a good go. However with some mods ie. ECU, exhaust and more boost (say about 13psi), it will. I tried this against a E36 M3 3.2 ..so the newer E46 is just slightly faster.
Around the track, you will find that it might be easier to steer the BM comfortably..but over a few laps, the tyres and brakes will fade quicker than the SW20 ..purely bcos of the weight.
Now then, this was in a fairly cool climate..say about 23 deg. and when compare with KL where temps are in the 30s, i think the turbo will suffer more from the heat than an NA.
Whereas drags with the Supras, check this thread:
www.MR2.org.au - Heathcote Drags with Supra Club Vic ***RESULTS***
But you MR2 drivers out there know that the MR's launches is where its at :)
Similar to an All wheel drive but not quite lol
Wished I was back in KL to join you guys for TT :)