Comparison BMW 5 Series (E28) 524 td (115 Hp) Automatic & BMW M3 Convertible (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | BMW |
| Model: | 5 Series | M3 |
| Generation: | 5 Series (E28) | M3 Convertible (E46) |
| Engine / modification: | 524 td (115 Hp) Automatic | 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) |
| Production start: | 1983 year | 2001 year |
| Production end: | 1987 year | 2006 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 17.9 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 8.8 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 12.1 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.35 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 70 l | 63 l |
| Power: | 115 hp | 343 hp |
| Max power in: | 4800 rpm. | 7900 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 5.5 sec | |
| Torque: | 222 Nm @ 2400 rpm. | 365 Nm @ 4900 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M21 | S54B32 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2443 cm3 | 3246 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l | |
| Fuel System: | Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) | Multi-point injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger / Intercooler | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 22 | 11.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 4 | - |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 4620 mm | 4492 mm |
| Width: | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm | 1363 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2625 mm | 2731 mm |
| Front track: | 1430 mm | 1508 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 140 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 460 l | 300 l |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Max weight: | 2100 kg | |
| Front brakes: | Disc | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1655 kg | |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 m | |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R18; 255/40 R18 | |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 18; 9J x 18 |