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BMW M3

General information

ModelBMW M3
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating73 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3201 ccm (195.33 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3201 ccm (195.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power243.00 PS (179 kW or 240 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.94 Nm (24.1 kgf-m or 174.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.1 x 84.1 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-60 miles5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1869 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD46880
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