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BMW M3

General information

ModelBMW M3
Year1992
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2990 ccm (182.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2990 ccm (182.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power286.00 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 85.8 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1952 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4580 litres (1,210 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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