1988 BMW M3 : 0-60 Time, Quarter Mile, & Specs
0-60 mph
6.9
1/4 mile
15.2
Engine
4 Cyl 2.3 Liter
Drive Type
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Body Style
Coupe
Horsepower
192 hp @ 6,750 rpm
Torque
170 lb-ft @ 4,750 rpm
MSRP
$34,475
All Time Percentile
68%
Above Average
* You can read about how percentiles are calculated here.
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