This M4 against GT-R test actually came about entirely by chance. Typically these two wouldn't be considered rivals, what with the M4 starting at less than £60K and the GT-R nearer £80K.
But this isn't a sub-£60K BMW M4. It's the Fleet M4, delivered from BMW with a swathe of options that boosted the as tested price to nearly £74,000. The 45th Anniversary GT-R arrived without any extras as a £79,780 car, carrying a £1,750 premium over the standard car. All of a sudden they're in the same ballpark.
So we had to put the two together, drive them back to back and get a few shots too. Full verdict to follow, but here's a little treat for your desktop beforehand!
