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BMW M3

General information

ModelBMW M3
Year1986
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2302 ccm (140.47 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2302 ccm (140.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power199.70 PS (147 kW or 197 HP) at 6750 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke93.4 x 84.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.7 seconds
0-60 miles6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1714 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1170 kg (2,579.4 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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