Comparison BMW M3 Convertible (E36) 3.0i (286 Hp) & BMW 5 Series (E34) 520i (129 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | M3 | 5 Series |
| Generation: | M3 Convertible (E36) | 5 Series (E34) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.0i (286 Hp) | 520i (129 Hp) |
| Production start: | 1994 year | 1988 year |
| Production end: | 1995 year | 1991 year |
| Coupe type: | Cabriolet | Sedan |
| Num. of Doors: | 2 | 4 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 13.0 l/100 km | 13.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 7.9 l/100 km | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.35 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 65 l | 80 l |
| Power: | 286 hp | 129 hp |
| Max power in: | 7000 rpm. | 6000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 203 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 6.2 sec | 11.9 sec |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 3600 rpm. | 164 Nm @ 4300 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | S50B30 | M20B20 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2990 cm3 | 1990 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 10.75 l | 10.5 l |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8 | 8.8 |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm | |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm | |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | - | 4 |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 5 | 5 |
| Length: | 4433 mm | 4720 mm |
| Width: | 1710 mm | 1751 mm |
| Height: | 1340 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Front track: | 1422 mm | |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1444 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 230 l | 460 l |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | The depreciated rack |
| Max weight: | 1930 kg | 1910 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m | 11 m |
| Tire size: | 235/40 R17 | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | R17 | R15 |