In terms of the legendary E46 BMW 3-Series, sold from 1997 to 2006, while the M3 seems most desirable, the model you actually want to find is the 330i ZHP. The standard 330i was already a competent car right off of the showroom floor with a 225 horsepower (in the US) 3.0-liter inline-six engine pulling the famously balanced E46 chassis around
The 330xi is 4WD and is slower than the 330ci and the 330i. If want the most out of the 330, buy the Performance Package 6-speed (ZHP). The ZHP comes with an M aerodynamic kit (front bumper, side skirts, and rear apron), Alcantara M steering wheel, Alcantara seats, silver or black cube trim, M shift knob with a short shifter, a stiffer a manual 323ci does 0-60 in 7.2 but a 328ci does it in 6.8 i think. The 323ci has 171 hp but the 328ci has 193 and way more torque. They are basically the same car though. With a manual 328ci you would take them dragging for sure. If i were you i wouldnt drive a 330ci because then youd fall in love. E46 M3 G500 Supercharger System (Gen.4) The intercooled ESS Tuning Gen.4 S54 G500 supercharger system is the culmination of over 20 years of S54 forced induction experience and over 1400 S54 supercharger systems sold worldwide to date. It produces 500hp and 330lb-ft of torque at 7 psi of
The M3 has some big ticket repairs such as rod bearings and VANOS. Plus anything specific to the M3 is a lot more expensive (think fuel pump). Let’s not forget rear subframe reinforcement Insurance difference between a M3 and 330ci is substantial especially for a young guy.
2004 BMW 330ci ZHP Package. Owner: Shane Stephens. Engine: 3.2L six-cylinder 24v with Active Autowerke Stage 2 supercharger kit, front-mount intercooler, headers and exhaust system, Radenergie
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bmw e46 330ci vs m3