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BMW M3 (E36)BMW M3 (E36) 3.0 (240 Hp)

General information

Brand
BMW
Model
M3
Generation
M3 (E36)
Modification (Engine)
3.0 (240 Hp)
Start of production
1994
End of production
1996
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4

Performance specs

Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)

Internal combustion engine specs

Power
240 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre
80.3 Hp/l
Torque
305 Nm @ 4250 rpm.
Maximum engine speed
6500 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code
S50B30US
Engine displacement
2990 cm3
Number of cylinders
6
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm
Piston Stroke
85.8 mm
Compression ratio
10.5
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Fuel injection system
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC, VANOS
Engine oil capacity
6.5 l
Engine oil specification
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Coolant
10.75 l

Volume and weights

Fuel tank capacity
62 l

Dimensions

Length
4432 mm
Width
1699 mm
Height
1364 mm
Wheelbase
2710 mm
Front track
1422 mm
Rear (Back) track
1438 mm
Front overhang
747 mm
Rear overhang
986 mm

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension
Suspension strut, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Independent multi-link suspension, Anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs, 315x28 mm
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs, 312x20 mm
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type
Steering rack and pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tire size
235/40 R17
Wheel rim size
7.5J x 17