Manufacturer |
BMW |
Model |
E46 M3 Convertible |
Powertrain Layout |
Front Engine / RWD | |
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Length |
4492 mm / 176.9 in |
Width |
1780 mm / 70.1 in |
Height |
1364 mm / 53.7 in |
Wheelbase |
2731 mm / 107.5 in |
Weight |
1715 kg / 3781 lbs |
Front / Rear Track |
F 1508 mm / 59.4 in R 1525 mm / 60.0 in | |
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Configuration |
3.2 Liter Inline 6 |
Valvetrain |
DOHC 4 Valves / Cylinder |
Displacement |
3246 cc / 198.1 cu in |
Power |
255.8 kW / 343.0 bhp at 7900 rpm |
Torque |
365.0 Nm / 269.2 ft lbs at 4900 rpm |
Bore |
87.0 mm / 3.43 in |
Stroke |
91.0 mm / 3.58 in |
Compresion Ratio |
11.5:1 |
Bhp / Liter |
105.67 bhp |
Redline |
8000 rpm | |
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Body / Frame |
Unit Steel |
Steering |
Rack & Pinion w/ Power Assist |
Brake Type |
Vented Discs w/ Vacuum Assist & ABS |
Brake Size |
F 325 mm / 12.8 in R 328 mm / 12.9 in |
Wheels |
F 45.7 x 20.3 cm / 18.0 x 8.0 in R 45.7 x 22.9 cm / 18.0 x 9.0 in |
Tyres |
F 225/45ZR-18 R 255/40ZR-18 | |
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Gear Type |
6 Speed Manual |
Final Drive |
3.64:1 |
1st Gear Ratio |
4.23:1 |
2nd Gear Ratio |
2.53:1 |
3rd Gear Ratio |
1.67:1 |
4th Gear Ratio |
1.23:1 |
5th Gear Ratio |
1.00:1 |
6th Gear Ratio |
0.83:1 | |
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Top Speed |
250.0 kph / 155.3 mph |
0 - 60 mph |
5.4 seconds |
0 - 100 mph |
Not Available |
0 - ¼ mile |
Not Available |
EPA City / Highway |
16 / 24 mpg | |