Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (F30) 320i (184 Hp) & BMW M3 Convertible (E36) 3.2 (321 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 3 Series | M3 |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (F30) | M3 Convertible (E36) |
| Engine / modification: | 320i (184 Hp) | 3.2 (321 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2012 year | 1995 year |
| Production end: | 2015 year | 1999 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 8.2-8.4 l/100 km | 17.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.9-5.0 l/100 km | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 6.1-6.3 l/100 km | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.29 | 0.35 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 60 l | 62 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 | |
| CO2 emissions: | 144-147 g/km | |
| Power: | 184 hp | 321 hp |
| Max power in: | 5000 rpm. | 7400 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.3 sec | 5.6 sec |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 1250-4500 rpm. | 350 Nm @ 3250 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | N20B20 | S50B32 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 cm3 | 3201 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.0 l | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7-9.1 l | 10.75 l |
| Fuel System: | Direct injection | Multi-point injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Twin-power turbo | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 11 | 11.3 |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | - | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 6 |
| Length: | 4624 mm | 4433 mm |
| Width: | 1811 mm | 1710 mm |
| Height: | 1429 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Front track: | 1543 mm | 1422 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1583 mm | 1444 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 140 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 480 l | 230 l |
| Front suspension: | Independent, spring | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 1950 kg | 1980 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Kerb Weight: | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m | 10.7 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 695 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/60 R16 92W; 225/55 R16; 225/50 R17; 255/45 R17; 225/45 R18; 255/40 R18; 225/40 R19; 255/35 R19 | 225/45 R17; 245/40 R17 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7J x 16; 7.5J x 16; 7.5J x 17; 8.5J x 17; 8J x 18; 8.5J x 18; 8J x 19; 8.5J x 19 | R17 |