Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » BMW » BMW M3

BMW M3

General information

ModelBMW M3
Year2001
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power321.00 PS (236 kW or 317 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque330.00 Nm (33.6 kgf-m or 243.4 ft.lbs)
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-60 miles5.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2071 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1550 kg (3,417.2 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD45560
Light a Candle