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BMW M3 B8

General information

ModelBMW M3 B8
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power330.50 PS (243 kW or 326 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.10 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke86.2 x 85.9 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles5.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2081 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1588 kg (3,500.9 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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