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BMW M3

General information

ModelBMW M3
Year1993
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2990 ccm (182.45 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2990 ccm (182.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power284.90 PS (210 kW or 281 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque321 Nm (32.7 kgf-m or 236.8 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke86.0 x 85.8 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.0 seconds
0-50 miles4.2 seconds
0-60 miles5.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1951 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1460 kg (3,218.7 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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