Comparison BMW M3 Convertible (E36) 3.2 (321 Hp) & BMW M3 Convertible (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | M3 | M3 |
| Generation: | M3 Convertible (E36) | M3 Convertible (E30) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.2 (321 Hp) | 2.3 (215 Hp) |
| Production start: | 1995 year | 1989 year |
| Production end: | 1999 year | 1991 year |
| Coupe type: | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 2 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 17.0 l/100 km | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 7.7 l/100 km | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 11.1 l/100 km | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.35 | 0.36 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 62 l | 62 l |
| Power: | 321 hp | 215 hp |
| Max power in: | 7400 rpm. | 6750 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 239 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 5.6 sec | 7.3 sec |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 3250 rpm. | 230 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | S50B32 | S14B23 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 3201 cm3 | 2302 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 10.75 l | 9 l |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | Multi-point injection |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 11.3 | 10.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86.4 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | - | - |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 5 |
| Length: | 4433 mm | 4345 mm |
| Width: | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Height: | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm | 2565 mm |
| Front track: | 1422 mm | 1414 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1444 mm | 1435 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 230 l | 303 l |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 1980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m | 11.1 m |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R17; 245/40 R17 | 205/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | R17 | R15 |