The new S54 inline six was developed based on European version BMW engine S50B32. The cast-iron cylinder block of this engine was slightly modified: the cylinder diameter was increased to 87 mm, a forged crankshaft with 12 counterweights was placed in the block, reinforced forged connecting rods were used, 139 mm long, new pistons with a compression ratio of 11.5 and a compression height of 32.3 mm. The pistons are cooled by oil nozzles.
The following changes have occurred in the cylinder head: a modified Double-VANOS continuously variable valve timing system, new cast iron hollow camshafts (phase 260/260, lift 12/12 mm), and the weight of the cylinder head itself has been reduced.
The valves remain the same as on the S50B32. There are no hydraulic compensators on the S54, so approximately every 50 thousand km you need to adjust the valves with washers. Cold clearances: intake 0.18 - 0.23 mm, exhaust 0.28 - 0.33 mm.
At the inlet there are still the beloved 6 throttles.
Control system S54B32 - Siemens MSS 54.
These changes made it possible to increase engine output to 343 hp. at 7900 rpm, and torque is 365 at 4900 rpm.
In addition to the above modification, for countries North America M3 was produced with a 333 hp engine. The differences between the European M3 E46 and the American one are two additional catalysts, as a result of which 10 hp were lost.
For the Z3M cars, the S54 engine was tightened even more, to 325 hp. in Europe and up to 315 hp. in USA. The differences between the S54 M3 and S54 Z3M engines are a different intake (changed intake manifold and body air filter), maximum speed were reduced to 7600 rpm. The difference is 10 hp. between the American and the European are caused by two additional catalysts.
The top modification S54 was installed on a lightweight version of the E46 M3 CSL, released in 2004 in limited edition. From the usual engine of the European M3 E46, this engine features a new intake system, aggressive camshafts (phase 288/280, lift 11.6/11.6 mm), exhaust valves and lightweight exhaust system. This made it possible to remove 360 hp from the 3.2-liter engine. at 7900 rpm, without boost.
Such power unit received the designation S54B32HP.
The S54 engine was installed on the M3 E46 until 2006, after which it came out new M-ka, with a completely new V8 engine - S65. However, the 54 continued to be installed on the Z4M until 2008, and then took a place under the hood of some Wiesmann models and was produced for several more years.
Problems and disadvantages of BMW S54 engines
Compared to the regular M54, the S version does not have such big problems with oil consumption, but if it appears, then the problem is valve stem seals, with strong zhora the matter is in the rings. Occasional overheating does happen, but in most cases the causes are air in the cooling system, dirty radiator, pump, thermostat and radiator cap.
The service life of the S54 engine is quite high and it can easily cover hundreds of thousands of km, but it is worth considering the driving style of the M3 E46. In most cases, these cars are either dead or corpses, and you can expect anything from the S54B32 engine at any time. On average, scrapped M3s drive for about 150 thousand km, after which they need to change the bearings, timing chain, and tensioners. This mainly applies to engines produced before 2003; newer engines do not have problems with this. If you managed to buy an S54 engine in good condition, then you should not skimp on oil and pour only the original, observe the replacement schedule, monitor the condition, carry out regular maintenance, and your M3 will drive for a long time and without problems.
BMW S54 B32 engine tuning
S54 Atmo. Camshafts
The S54 engine is the most pressed of all BMW naturally aspirated inline sixes, it would seem much further, but there is still some reserve. For example, you need to buy intake system Evolve (or other "CSL Style"), full Supersprint sports exhaust and AEM Infinity EMS brain (or Evolve firmware). All this will allow your S54 to develop over 370 hp. without getting into the engine. The next step could be the purchase of Schrick camshafts 288/280 lift 12.5, and plates and springs for them. After installation, the low end (up to 3000 rpm) will sag somewhat, but after 5000 rpm there will be a significant increase in power. With these shafts your M3 will show around 400 hp. at 8500 rpm. More more power can be obtained using Schrick camshafts 304/296 lift 14, off VANOS system, modified bottom, pistons for a compression ratio of 12.5+, ported cylinder head and turn the engine 9000+ until the pistons fly into the bushes.
The prices for all this are quite high (even for the very first option); perhaps it will be cheaper to immediately buy a BMW M3 E92.
S54 Compressor
For the money needed to build an evil aspirated engine, you can buy a compressor kit from ESS. These kits are quite reliable and are installed on stock BMW engine M3 E46. Maximum pressure boost on VT1 is 0.4 bar, which will provide 470 hp. You can also consider more powerful kits, including other well-established manufacturers, like VF. The compressor in the S54 can inflate up to 600 hp, which is enough for almost any driver.
Building a turbo S54 M3 E46 is not very profitable, it is quite expensive and it is easier to buy a faster Nissan GTR.
The fifth generation BMW M3 F80 (2017-2018) was first shown to the public at the North American Auto Show in 2014. The car went on sale in Europe in the spring of 2014, but it arrived in Russia only in the summer of the same year. The model is available in this moment only in a sedan body, and manufacturers will move coupes and convertibles into separate model and called it, but we will talk about it in another review.
This New episode and therefore it differs radically from the past, the model has become completely different, but it is still recognizable in the flow. We will begin the review, as usual, with the design.
Exterior
As we have already said, the appearance of the car has changed very much; its face received a long hood with a lot of relief. Optics corresponds to the civilian version of this car, it is narrow, it has LED filling and, of course, there are signature angel eyes.
Between the headlights there is a branded radiator grille with a chrome trim, which in turn is connected to the headlights. A fairly massive, aerodynamic and aggressive bumper has been installed, which has two huge air intakes at the bottom. The bumper looks really menacing.
The side part of the BMW M3 2017-2018 model has also undergone drastic changes. There is a gill with chrome decoration after the front arch, from which comes the top line of the body, passing through the door handles, it looks cool. The wheel arches are quite swollen, and there is also a small stamping in the lower part, which in turn visually connects the arches with each other. The design of the rear-view mirrors has changed; at first glance it seems that they have two pillars, but this is not the case, there is only one pillar.
There have also been major changes rear end car, it received a large trunk lid, which at the top has a small but still noticeable spoiler. At the rear there are aggressive branded optics, allowing you to recognize the manufacturer by its style. Rear bumper It is also quite massive, it has reflectors that look menacing. Also under the bumper there are four exhaust pipes with a gorgeous sound.
The dimensions of the model have also changed:
- length – 4671 mm;
- width – 1877 mm;
- height – 1424 mm;
- wheelbase – 2812 mm.
Technical characteristics of the BMW M3 F80
The manufacturer also changed the filling of the model. In-line installed here six-cylinder engine volume 3 liters. This engine is equipped with a turbine and produces 431 horsepower and 550 units of torque. The unit is paired with a seven-speed robotic gearbox, but a six-speed manual is also offered.
The model will always have rear drive, the manufacturer does not offer all-wheel drive versions. All this gave good dynamics of 4 seconds to the first hundred and 250 kilometers per hour of maximum speed, limited electronically. Also, when driving quietly, it is, in principle, not so gluttonous; you will use 11 liters of 98-octane gasoline in the city and 7 liters on the highway. Of course, if you race, these numbers will be much higher.
The manufacturer took the suspension from the civilian version, but slightly changed it. Rear and front subframe changed almost completely, most of the elements in the chassis were made of aluminum. And so this is a classic MacPherson strut at the front and a multi-link system at the rear. In addition, the model has excellent disc brakes with ventilation, 4-piston brakes installed at the front, 2-piston brakes at the rear. For additional money, a ceramic system is also offered, which is much better than the basic one. The model handles well, and there are also riding modes that affect the rigidity and ease of control.
As we have already said, the model has rear-wheel drive, but an active differential with electronically controlled wheel locks, and also installed carbon fiber cardan shaft, thereby making it lighter than the civilian version.
BMW M3 interior
Also a significant change compared to previous generation the interior of the model was subjected to. Very high quality materials are used, such as good leather, Alcantara and a lot of carbon fiber bets. In addition, the build quality is also high.
The front passenger and driver get excellent leather sports seats with luxurious lateral support and electrical adjustments. In addition, heated seats may also be present. Back row is a sofa designed for three passengers, it has leather upholstery and can also be heated. Free space There's not much there, but in principle it's enough. For rear passengers There are two air deflectors and a 12V socket.
The pilot of the BMW M3 F80 (2017-2018) will receive a thin leather 3-spoke steering wheel, which is decorated with aluminum inserts and also has 10 buttons for controlling the multimedia system. In addition, there are gear shift paddles on the steering wheel if the gearbox is robotic. Behind the wheel we see dashboard, which has four analogue sensors with chrome trim. The speedometer and tachometer sensors are large in size and therefore displays are placed in their lower part, which are essentially an on-board computer.
The center console immediately at the top greets us with a large display of the multimedia system. Below it we see a classic picture for this manufacturer - these are two air deflectors, between which there are buttons alarm and window locks. Under this we already find a volume control selector and radio station switching, and in that area there is also a slot for CDs. Under these selectors there is a separate climate control unit, it consists of two knobs familiar to many, a display in the middle that displays all the information and a bunch of buttons, in principle everything is clear, but at first glance you are a little scared.
The tunnel, located between the driver and front passenger, has a pair of boxes for small items at the very beginning. After it we see the gearbox selector, to the left of which there are buttons for turning on/off ESP and other things. On the right is a carbon insert on which there is a washer and several buttons for controlling the multimedia system, and to the left of all this is the parking brake handbrake. It is unlikely that anyone will use the trunk in this car. But still, if there are such people, then it will please you, since its volume is 480 liters.
BMW M3 price
As we have already said, the model began to be sold almost after the start of sales, worldwide a little later. Basic equipment model cost 3,222,000 rubles, for this money you received the following:
- combined interior trim;
- sports seats;
- separate climate control;
- Cruise control;
- tire pressure sensor;
- good, but not the best audio system;
- 18th wheels;
- light and rain sensor;
- xenon optics;
- anti-fog optics;
- eight airbags;
- hill start assist system;
- auto-corrector of optics;
- full electrical package.
The manufacturer also offered many additional options:
- robotic gearbox;
- navigation system;
- another multimedia system;
- Blind spot and lane monitoring;
- heated front and rear seats, as well as the steering wheel;
- full leather interior;
- 19th wheels;
- all-round view or rear view camera;
- keyless entry;
- adaptive lighting;
- electrically adjustable seats;
- Bluetooth;
- USB port;
- LED optics;
- automatic parking system.
As a result, I would like to say that the BMW M3 F80 is a luxurious car for a young guy who can use it both for regular city driving on some business and as a weekend car. Yes, it is not the most comfortable, but it is tolerable and plus it gives simply unimaginable emotions and pleasure.
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Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 69.9 mm (millimeters) 6.99 cm (centimeters) 0.23 ft (feet) 2.75 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 141.9 mm (millimeters) 14.19 cm (centimeters) 0.47 ft (feet) 5.59 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units measurements. | 8.3 mm (millimeters) 0.83 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.33 in (inches) |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 138 g (grams) 0.3 lbs (pounds) 4.87 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 82.33 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Golden Pink gold Silver Grey |
| Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body. | Metal |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
| GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies. | GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz |
| UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is that it provides higher speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology. | UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz |
| LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a technology fourth generation(4G). It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced. | LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38) |
Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds
Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.
SoC (System on Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.
| SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components, such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | MediaTek MT6750 |
| Technological process Information about technological process, on which the chip is made. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor. | 28 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | 4x 1.5 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, 4x 1.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have more high performance compared to 32-bit processors, which for their part are more productive than 16-bit processors. | 64 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv8-A |
| Level 1 cache (L1) Cache memory is used by the processor to reduce access time to more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small in size and works much faster than both system memory and other cache levels. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 32 kB + 32 kB (kilobytes) |
| Level 2 cache (L2) L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1 cache, but in return it has a higher capacity, allowing it to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for it in the L3 cache (if available) or in RAM memory. | 512 kB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance, allowing parallel execution lots of instructions. | 8 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1500 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. IN mobile devices it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc. | ARM Mali-T860 MP2 |
| Number of GPU cores Like a CPU, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle graphics calculations for various applications. | 2 |
| GPU clock speed Running speed is the clock speed of the GPU, measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 520 MHz (megahertz) |
| Volume random access memory(RAM) Random Access Memory (RAM) in use operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 2 GB (gigabytes) 3 GB (gigabytes) |
| Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR3 |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means more high speeds data transmission. | Single channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data. | 667 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends. | IPS |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5 in (inches) 127 mm (millimeters) 12.7 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.45 in (inches) 62.26 mm (millimeters) 6.23 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.36 in (inches) 110.69 mm (millimeters) 11.07 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means clearer image detail. | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail. | 294 ppi (pixels per inch) 115 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device. | 69.71% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics. | Capacitive Multi-touch Scratch resistance |
| SCHOTT Xensation cover glass 2.5D curved glass screen GFF full lamination 1000:1 contrast ratio 380 cd/m² |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.
Main camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.
| Sensor model | Samsung S5K3L8 |
| Sensor type | ISOCELL |
| Sensor size | 4.69 x 3.52 mm (millimeters) 0.23 in (inches) |
| Pixel size | 1.127 µm (micrometers) 0.001127 mm (millimeters) |
| Crop factor | 7.38 |
| Diaphragm | f/2.2 |
| Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting. | LED |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. | 4160 x 3120 pixels 12.98 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device. | 1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels) |
| Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p. | 30fps (frames per second) |
| Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality. | Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Geographical tags Panoramic photography HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode |
| Phase detection 5-element lens |
Additional camera
Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.
| Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the photo sensor used in the device's camera. | Samsung S5K5E8 |
| Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device. | CMOS BSI (backside illumination) |
| Sensor size Information about the dimensions of the photosensor used in the device. Typically cameras with larger sensors and lower pixel densities offer more high quality images despite the lower resolution. | 2.9 x 2.15 mm (millimeters) 0.14 in (inches) |
| Pixel size The smaller pixel size of the photosensor allows more pixels per unit area, thereby increasing resolution. On the other hand, a smaller pixel size may have a negative impact on image quality when high levels photosensitivity (ISO). | 1.118 µm (micrometers) 0.001118 mm (millimeters) |
| Crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the dimensions of the full-frame sensor (36 x 24 mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35 mm film) and the dimensions of the device's photosensor. The indicated number represents the ratio of the diagonals of the full-frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photosensor of a particular device. | 11.99 |
| Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger. | f/2 |
| Image Resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the additional camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera. | 2594 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels) |
| 4-element lens |
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| Head SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates maximum amount electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device near the ear in a conversation position. In Europe the maximum permissible value SAR for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC in accordance with IEC standards, subject to the guidelines of ICNIRP 1998. | 0.653 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards. | 1.46 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
"E30 series, was first demonstrated in the fall of 1985 at Frankfurt Motor Show, and in 1986 it began mass production. The car was created with an eye to auto racing, as a response to a powerful sedan.
A 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine developing 195 hp was prepared especially for this model. With. Other BMW differences M3 from ordinary cars third series - rear limited-slip differential, modified suspension geometry, different springs and shock absorbers, widened fenders and aerodynamic body kit. The gearbox was manual, five-speed. Thanks to its low weight and powerful motor, BMW coupe The M3 could accelerate to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, and its driving characteristics were closer to racing cars than to civilian cars.
In 1987, the BMW M3 received dampers with adjustable resistance, and in 1989, an upgraded engine, the output of which increased to 215 hp. With.
The M3 Evolution with a power of 220 hp was produced in small series. s., M3 Sport Evolution with a 2.5-liter engine developing 238 horsepower, and a version with open body. In total, until 1991, 16,202 “em-thirds” rolled off the assembly line of the Munich plant.
2nd generation (E36), 1992–1999
The second generation Emka, model 1992, became a more comfortable car. Externally, the BMW M3 coupe differed from the "" E36 series only in different mirrors, front bumper and sills. Under the hood of the car there was a three-liter in-line six-cylinder engine with a variable valve timing system; its output was 286 hp. With. In 1994, buyers began to offer the BMW M3 in sedan and convertible body styles.
The new 3.2-liter engine, which began to be installed on the car in 1995, became more powerful - 321 hp. s., thanks to which the acceleration time to 100 km/h was reduced from six to 5.5 seconds. Then, instead of a five-speed manual BMW gears The M3 received a six-speed transmission, and in 1997, the SMG “robot” began to be offered to customers as an option - manual box with electro-hydraulic clutch drive and gear shift mechanism.
"Em-thirds" for American market had a power of 243 hp. s., regardless of the engine size, and for an additional fee it was possible to order a traditional “automatic” for them. In 1994, a special edition was produced with a circulation of 350 cars. BMW version M3 GT, boosted to 295 hp. With. engine.
The second generation of the model was produced until 1999, the total production volume was 71,242 cars.
3rd generation (E46), 2000–2006
The third generation BMW M3 coupe, whose production at the plant in Regensburg, Germany started in 2000, could be distinguished from the third series cars by its extended wheel arches and front bumper different form. A new in-line “six” with a volume of 3.2 liters, developing 343 hp. pp., equipped with a six-speed manual transmission or robotic box SMG II with the same number of gears. In 2001 in model range a convertible version appeared.
In 2003, a lightweight BMW M3 CSL was introduced, in which some body panels were made of carbon fiber, and the engine was boosted to 360 horsepower. 1383 units of these cars were made. In the same year, a semi-racing BMW M3 GTR with a V8 4.0 engine producing 350 horsepower was produced in a series of 10 units.
The total number of third-generation emoks produced before 2006 is 85,744 cars.
BMW M3 engine table
4th generation (E90/E92/E93), 2007–2013
The fourth generation of the BMW M3, which debuted in 2007, was available in sedan, coupe and coupe-convertible body styles with a folding hardtop. For the first time, the car received an eight-cylinder power unit: the V8 4.0 engine, developing 420 horsepower, was created on the basis of the ten-cylinder engine from the model. Gearboxes are six-speed manual or seven-speed preselective robotic with two clutches.
The Emka differed from the civilian versions by a modified suspension, a self-locking differential, a hood made of aluminum and a plastic roof (only on the coupe). Besides, BMW sedan The M3 received a redesigned front end, like a two-door.
In 2009, the BMW M3 GTS version was released in 350 units. This car was lighter and more powerful - thanks to the V8 4.4 engine developing 450 hp. With. It was capable of accelerating to “hundreds” in 4.3 seconds instead of 4.8 seconds for a regular coupe.
The car was officially delivered to Russian market, prices started at approximately 3.2 million rubles per two-door coupe. BMW M3 sedans were produced until 2011, and coupes and convertibles until 2013. A total of 66 thousand copies of the model were produced.
A serious struggle broke out between Xiaomi and Meizu, because these Chinese brands decided to conquer the market with their near-budget smartphones with characteristics that are far from budget by today’s standards. And before the Meizu company had time to update the legendary Meizu m2 phone, which many users liked for its price/quality ratio, Meizu m3 came after Meizu m3s.
Positioning and appearance
Initially, Meiza was released in two versions: Note version and compact version. The same can be seen in solutions from Xiaomi, for example latest models Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 and smaller Xiaomi Redmi 3. As for Meizu m3s– this is practically the same Meizu m3, but in an aluminum case. Apparently, the company decided to follow the path of Xiaomi and produce not only Note in metal. By the way, the smartphone practically adopted all its features from him: a stylish candy bar with rounded iPhone-like edges. At the back you can see a metal back and two plastic linings: top and bottom.
Unlike competitors from Xiaomi, the phone stands out with its protective 2.5D glass with oleophobic coating. Perhaps, just for this reason it’s worth replacing the M2 mini with a new metal one. It is also worth buying due to the fact that a fingerprint scanner has appeared in the home button; previously it was only available in expensive models.
Technical Specifications
Now it’s worth dwelling on the characteristics and the first thing worth mentioning is the high-quality five-inch display. The manufacturer left HD resolution, which should have a positive effect on battery life, especially since the device uses a 3020 mAh battery. The performance is ensured by a platform built on the Mediatek MT6750 processor. The graphics part runs on the Mali-T860MP2 chip. If we talk about memory, there are two versions available: with 16GB/2GB, as well as with 32GB/3GB of storage and RAM, respectively.
There is also an expansion slot that supports microSD cards with a capacity of up to 256 gigabytes. As for photographic capabilities, the camera shoots at approximately the same level as in previous models, because the smartphone uses a thirteen-megapixel sensor with a 2.2 aperture. It is difficult to predict whether the new m3s will repeat the success of the best-selling m2 mini on the domestic market, but one way or another the smartphone deserves attention.
