The Cabriolet version of the Z3 model has a 2793 cc (170.4 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular BMW Z3 E36 2.8L Roadster has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The 1996 BMW Z3 reaches its peak power of 192 bhp (143 kW) @ 5300 rpm.
The 1996 BMW Z3 produces torque measuring 203 lb-ft (275.2 Nm) @ 3950 rpm.
The Z3 weighs around 1302 kg (2870 lb). The 1996 BMW Z3 Power to weight is 147.4 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 155.9 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The 1996 BMW Z3 has a top speed of 135 mph (217.2 kph)
The 1996 BMW Z3 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.50 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.7s. The 1996 BMW Z3 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.56 seconds with a trap speed of 88.2 mph.
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Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 5439cc 24v V8
Top Speed: 217 mph
0-60mph: 3.40 seconds
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Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3453cc 12v St6
Top Speed: 228.5 kph
0-100kph: 7.1 seconds