BMW 650i Coupe

 

The latest 6-series is a return to the days when new meant longer, lower, and wider. Overall length is up by 2.6 inches, width increases 1.6 inches, and the roof is 0.2 inch lower.

Mechanical machismo is provided by BMW’s 400-hp, twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8. An eight-speed automatic or a six-speed manual is available at no extra cost. BMW claims a 0-to-60 time of 4.9 seconds for either transmission, which seems a bit conservative for the 4250-pound machine.

The 650i takes misbehavior in stride. Hit the Driving Dynamic Control button to switch out of comfort mode and into the sport setting, and the automatic transmission, throttle, steering, and suspension turn naughty.