Within the BMW M GmbH model range, the BMW M3 has always been that very special model living up in full to its motorsport heritage. Indeed, this already applied to the very first BMW M3 launched in 1986 and continued throughout the two subsequent model generations. And now this supremacy comes out once again most clearly in the 2007 version of the BMW M3.
Although the latest generation of the BMW M3 was based in its development on the new BMW M3 Coupe, the new high-performance model differs from the 'regular' coupe in terms of both looks and technical features. Apart from the load-bearing structure of the car, only the two doors, the bootlid, the windows, the headlights and rear lights have been carried over from the 3 Series Coupe. All other body components, by contrast, were specially developed for the new BMW M3.
The new heart of the latest BMW M3 is the eight-cylinder power unit that develops maximum output of 420 bhp (309 kW) hp from engine capacity of precisely 3,999 cc. Further equally impressive factors are the engine's peak torque of 295 lb-fts (400 Nm) as well as maximum engine speed of 8, 400 rpm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels by a six-speed manual gearbox interacting with brand-new M differential lock. This setup accelerates the M3 to 100 km/h comes in just 4.8 seconds
A low-pressure version of BMW’s double-VANOS has been developed especially for the new eight-cylinder, reducing charge cycle losses and, in the process, improves engine output, torque and responsiveness, with an equally positive impact on both fuel economy and emissions. A separate throttle butterfly for each cylinder provides an immediate engine response.
In designing the interior, the specialists at BMW M have succeeded in offering the occupants maximum driving pleasure Double circular instruments with white illumination and red needles, the M leather steering wheel and the newly designed centre console all characterise the cockpit of the new BMW M3. The door cutout trim embellished by the characteristic M logo, the support for the driver's left foot made of brushed metal, the special design and colour of the inner door panels, as well as the trim strip made of high-quality, sophisticated materials exclusive to BMW M such as leather in carbon design or aluminium, all serve to underline the supreme and truly unique position of the new BMW M3.
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