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Message: <blockquote data-quote="E46Fanatic" data-source="post: 364791" data-attributes="member: 81">The vert is heavier in the rear, hence has the bigger uprated wheel carrier, ebrake, bearings, drive shaft etc which is compatible with the full performance brakes.  Note that with the uprated extra load configuration suspension/drive parts of these cars, the unsprung weight has just increased.  Maybe thats why some models (i..e our cars) get smaller, less durable rear suspension/drive components than others.  Even the E93 320i is spec'ed with the full F+R BMW performance brakes and has the uprated extra load suspension/drive components.As for performance I am pretty sure the E9x's with front only Perf brakes will out brake your car and is less prone to brake fade.  No need to give way to them cos they will pass you, and brake later under braking zones <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin    :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></blockquote>