1997 BMW M3 E36 (2.5L Turbo Inline-6) 5-Speed Manual
300 hp · 286 lb-ft · 10 mods
Performance
Spec
Current
Gains
Horsepower
300 hp
+60 hp
Torque
286 lb-ft
+50 lb-ft
0–60
4.5 s
-1 s
Power-to-Weight
10.5 lb/hp
-2.8 lb/hp
Weight
3,142 lbs
-33 lbs
Mia's Take
The 1997 E36 M3 feels like a turbo‑charged sleeper that snaps into a razor‑sharp chassis. With a larger MAF, beefed‑up injectors and an Active Autowerke tune, it pushes the inline‑six hard, while Bilstein shocks and H&R springs keep the rear end planted for spirited laps.
Installed parts
ZKW · Lighting
E36 Euro Passenger Side Headlight
$852
Bosch · Fuel System Upgrade
24 lb/hr Wide Body Fuel Injector Set
$360
Rogue Engineering · Engine Performance
3.5 inch MAF Conversion Kit for BMW E36 M3
$350
Active Autowerke · Performance Software
Active Autowerke Tune
$499
OEM BMW · Engine Performance
M50 Intake Manifold
$250
Active Autowerke · Exhaust System
Stainless Exhaust System
$949
Active · Exhaust
304 Brushed Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust System
$2,199
Active Autowerke · Exhaust System
Headers
$1,295
H&R · Suspension
Sport Coil Springs
$339
Bilstein · Suspension
B8 5100 Adjustable Front Monotube Gas Shock
$176
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