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Was guessing on the weight savings. Perhaps 10% is the right tgt, but I would not be surprised to see it greater than this given the move to carbon fibre everything (ignoring AWD). My point is that from a pure marketing perspective, I think BMW may be trying to leave room to debut a (meaningfully underrated) 600HP G version. Enthusiasts will figure out what the power really is, but BMW has a public image to maintain of being forward-thinking and green (witness the i-brand). Releasing a properly-rated 700HP G version may draw too much attention from non-enthusiasts. BMW needs to cover its bases. Just my theory on the marketed power ratings of the current M5 and the next G model. Agree/disagree?
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