Comparison BMW 7 Series (E65) 735i (272 Hp) Steptronic & BMW M3 Convertible (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 7 Series | M3 |
| Generation: | 7 Series (E65) | M3 Convertible (E46) |
| Engine / modification: | 735i (272 Hp) Steptronic | 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2001 year | 2001 year |
| Production end: | 2005 year | 2006 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km | 17.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 11.1 l/100 km | 12.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.29 | 0.35 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 88 l | 63 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 | |
| Power: | 272 hp | 343 hp |
| Max power in: | 6200 rpm. | 7900 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.5 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Torque: | 360 Nm @ 3700 rpm. | 365 Nm @ 4900 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | N62B36 | S54B32 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 3600 cm3 | 3246 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 14.1 l | 6 l |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | Multi-point injection |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | DOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2 | 11.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 6 Steptronic | - |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 5029 mm | 4492 mm |
| Width: | 1902 mm | 1780 mm |
| Height: | 1492 mm | 1363 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2990 mm | 2731 mm |
| Front track: | 1578 mm | 1508 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1582 mm | 1525 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 500 l | 300 l |
| Front suspension: | The depreciated rack | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2440 kg | 2100 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1860 kg | 1655 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m | 11.0 m |
| Tire size: | 245/55 R17 W | 225/45 R18; 255/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | 8J x 18; 9J x 18 |