The Saloon version of the 3 Series model has a 3201 cc (195.3 ci) 24 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular BMW 3 Series M3 Evolution E36 has a 6 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The 1996 BMW 3 Series reaches its peak power of 321 bhp (239 kW) @ 7400 rpm.
The 1996 BMW 3 Series produces torque measuring 258 lb-ft (349.8 Nm) @ 3250 rpm.
The 3 Series weighs around 1471 kg (3242 lb). The 1996 BMW 3 Series Power to weight is 218.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 175.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The 1996 BMW 3 Series has a top speed of 155 mph (249.4 kph)
The 1996 BMW 3 Series accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 5.30 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.5s. The 1996 BMW 3 Series estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 13.93 seconds with a trap speed of 100.8 mph.
Volkswagen-VW Golf R 2.0 Turbo
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 1984cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 155 mph
0-60mph: 4.90 seconds
Audi A4 RS4 Avant 4.2L V8
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 4163cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 280.0 kph
0-100kph: 4.8 seconds