Video: OEM Exhaust Mod vs M Performance Exhaust

STooK · 03-02-2015, 11:04 PM

I made a short comparison clip comparing the MPE to the OEM exhaust mod. Both cars are stock, e92 has the MPE and e93 has the OEM mod (perforated method). Short review after the video for anyone interested.

My dream exhaust was always the MPE but I decided to get the OEM mod done while I saved up for the MPE. However, I've grown to like the OEM mod a lot in the last couple of months that I've had it. MPE sounded good in person from outside the car but I was surprised at how quiet it was from inside the car. I thought the perforated mod was pretty quiet but MPE was even quieter, almost to the point where it felt stock.

So which exhaust sounds better? To me, both sound great in their own way. However, if I had to choose, I think I will go with the OEM mod. It's got more grunt, aggressiveness and volume while costing literally about $2000 less. I just wish the MPE was as loud as the OEM mod, then it would've been perfect. If I were to run TP or x-pipe I would choose the MPE though. But if the x-pipe will remain stock, OEM mod all the way.

Oh, and anyone with a vert will REALLY appreciate the OEM mod with the top down. I only had 2 chances to drop the top since I did the mod and I can't WAIT until summer time. It really sounds GLORIOUS!

sterile stork · 03-03-2015, 03:38 AM

One of the things I love about aftermarket exhausts is the immediate noise that is yielded upon startup. I've noticed that the OEM mod actually takes a few seconds to produce the "real" sound. In any event, my OEM mod gets compliments routinely and I love it.

fastguebo · 03-03-2015, 08:03 AM

nice

FISH22 · 03-03-2015, 08:07 AM

Thanks for sharing! I'm a sucker for the MPE, but I'm having a hard time swallowing with the price.

Blindside_137 · 03-03-2015, 12:48 PM

OEM mod kills it. Wow

Properstyle · 03-03-2015, 12:52 PM

I currently have the OEM exhuast mod, deleted resonators and test pipes, two owners that have aftermarket exhaust, Borla attack and Active signitue both wish they had my exhuast after hearing my car by them during the DCI rally under full load. OEM exhuast will stay on my car until I sell it.

Denk · 03-03-2015, 12:55 PM

Both sound great but like you said different. That's the OEM mod I'd opt for if going that route. Thanks for putting that together.

rjd598 · 03-03-2015, 01:00 PM

you can't beat the price and the sound. no one can argue that

MTrezzz · 03-03-2015, 01:01 PM

MPE + ACM Test Pipes sounds epic.
ACM Exhaust mod sounds great alone with out any cat delete.

I've had both and loved them but i moved to a new Gintani Sport with no x-pipe so far i love it but want more volume so i might put test pipes or a full x depending on how loud it would be.

Great exhaust systems btw and enjoy with good health!

Bimmer22 · 03-18-2015, 06:37 PM

Had this done awhile ago and just got around to installing it. Nice comparison video. I would agree that the mod gives the car additional personality.

03-02-2015, 11:04 PM	#1
STooK Lieutenant Colonel 726 Rep 1,974 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NY iTrader: (6)	Video: OEM Exhaust Mod vs M Performance Exhaust I made a short comparison clip comparing the MPE to the OEM exhaust mod. Both cars are stock, e92 has the MPE and e93 has the OEM mod (perforated method). Short review after the video for anyone interested. My dream exhaust was always the MPE but I decided to get the OEM mod done while I saved up for the MPE. However, I've grown to like the OEM mod a lot in the last couple of months that I've had it. MPE sounded good in person from outside the car but I was surprised at how quiet it was from inside the car. I thought the perforated mod was pretty quiet but MPE was even quieter, almost to the point where it felt stock. So which exhaust sounds better? To me, both sound great in their own way. However, if I had to choose, I think I will go with the OEM mod. It's got more grunt, aggressiveness and volume while costing literally about $2000 less. I just wish the MPE was as loud as the OEM mod, then it would've been perfect. If I were to run TP or x-pipe I would choose the MPE though. But if the x-pipe will remain stock, OEM mod all the way. Oh, and anyone with a vert will REALLY appreciate the OEM mod with the top down. I only had 2 chances to drop the top since I did the mod and I can't WAIT until summer time. It really sounds GLORIOUS! __________________ 2013 BMW E92 ///M3 AW/BLK ZCP CF Roof 6 Speed - Perfection 2011 BMW E90 328i xDrive Space Grey/Black - Daily 2011 BMW E93 ///M3 MW/FR/BLK 6 Speed - Gone but not forgotten
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sterile stork coupe la goon 373 Rep 1,640 Posts Drives: green, black, white Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: pdx iTrader: (26) Garage List 2011 BMW 1M Coupe [10.00] 2013 BMW M3 Coupe [10.00] 2010 BMW 535i xDriv ... [0.00] 2008 BMW M3 Coupe ( ... [0.00]	One of the things I love about aftermarket exhausts is the immediate noise that is yielded upon startup. I've noticed that the OEM mod actually takes a few seconds to produce the "real" sound. In any event, my OEM mod gets compliments routinely and I love it.
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FISH22 Colonel 5403 Rep 2,030 Posts Drives: G80 M3 Competition Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chesapeake, VA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2021 BMW M3C [10.00] 2011 BMW M3 [10.00]	Thanks for sharing! I'm a sucker for the MPE, but I'm having a hard time swallowing with the price.
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Properstyle Major 506 Rep 1,385 Posts Drives: 2011 e90 ZCP m3 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Killeen, TX iTrader: (0)	I currently have the OEM exhuast mod, deleted resonators and test pipes, two owners that have aftermarket exhaust, Borla attack and Active signitue both wish they had my exhuast after hearing my car by them during the DCI rally under full load. OEM exhuast will stay on my car until I sell it. __________________ 2011 E90m3 ESS G2, active auto x pipe, RK FULL E85, DD 2015 X5M Bootmod3, Downpipes, Mineral white-The wifes DD 1994 300zx 2jz Swapped slicktop- The toy/track car
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Denk Brigadier General 1006 Rep 3,341 Posts Drives: 2021 X5M Join Date: May 2011 Location: PNW iTrader: (2)	Both sound great but like you said different. That's the OEM mod I'd opt for if going that route. Thanks for putting that together.
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rjd598 Banned 1770 Rep 6,696 Posts Drives: F30 340i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego,CA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 BMW 340i [0.00]	you can't beat the price and the sound. no one can argue that
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MTrezzz Major 198 Rep 1,406 Posts Drives: Lime Rock Edition Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Long Island iTrader: (1)	MPE + ACM Test Pipes sounds epic. ACM Exhaust mod sounds great alone with out any cat delete. I've had both and loved them but i moved to a new Gintani Sport with no x-pipe so far i love it but want more volume so i might put test pipes or a full x depending on how loud it would be. Great exhaust systems btw and enjoy with good health!
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03-18-2015, 06:37 PM	#10
Bimmer22 Private First Class 27 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: NYC iTrader: (1)	Had this done awhile ago and just got around to installing it. Nice comparison video. I would agree that the mod gives the car additional personality.
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