Figures & Specs: BMW 3 Series 328CI Saloon E46 - [1998]

BMW 3 Series Engine & Transmission | Figures & Specs.

BMW 3 Series Engine:

The Coupe version of the 3 Series model has a 2798 cc (170.7 ci) 24 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

BMW 3 Series Transmission:

This particular BMW 3 Series 328CI Saloon E46 has a 6 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

BMW 3 Series Power & Torque | Figures & Specs.

BMW 3 Series Power:

The 3 Series's 2798 cc (170.7 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 193 bhp (143 kW) @ 5500 rpm.

BMW 3 Series Torque:

The BMW 3 Series produces torque measuring 207 lb-ft (280.6 Nm) @ 3950 rpm.

BMW 3 Series Power to Weight:

The 3 Series weighs around 1471 kg (3242 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 131.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 140.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

BMW 3 Series Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs.

BMW 3 Series Top Speed:

The BMW 3 Series 328CI Saloon E46 - [1998] has a top speed of 148 mph (238.1 kph)

BMW 3 Series Acceleration:

This 3 Series accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.74 seconds with a trap speed of 85.0 mph.

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