BMW E30 M3
In 1996 BMW had learned much through its support of the McLaren super car. This translated to a new, larger engine using a Double VANOS system making the intake and exhaust camshafts continuously variable. The BMW E30 M3 engine was called the S50 B32. In Europe the 3.2 liter engine was producing over 320 horsepower while the American version stayed at 240.
The BMW E30 M3 was the best selling BMW in the United States when the company replaced it in 1983 with the 318i. Those BMW E30 M3 models that had not yet sold were offered for sale along side the newly introduced 318i models. The 318i was similar, yet different, to the model it was replacing. The car was updated with more aerodynamic features such as a sloped hood and a spoiler in the front. Power was from an overhead-cam four-cylinder engine that produced around 100 horsepower. They were fitted to five-speed gearboxes or three-speed automatics. Several options were available as standard including air conditioning, courtesy lights, electric antennas, and intermittent wipers.
The BMW E30 M3 was produced from 1983 through 1985 and then from 1991 through 1999. When the 318i was brought back in the early 1990s, it offered customers an entry-level, lower priced BMW E30 M3. It was available as a sedan, coupe and convertible.
A Getrag six-speed manual transmission was matted to the engine. The BMW E30 M3 brakes were ventilated discs and 12.4 inches in size. The steering was M-Tuned rack and pinion with variable power assist. Weighing 3150 pounds, the BMW E30 M3 could accelerate from zero through sixty mph in 5.6 seconds. A four door version was offered.
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