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Originally Posted by mkoesel
N55 extremely unlikely for the F2x 1 series, IMHO.
For the coupe and convertible, I would look for an HO 2L turbo I4 with somewhere around 285hp, and a 1M (or M2, perhaps) with a 350hp+ turbo I4, perhaps with displacement bumped to 2.2L or so.
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Absolutely! I just want to highlight the FUD. If there are no I6 engines for the new 1 series the engine bay can be shorter by about 8 inches. That space can be reallocated to the rear seat and boot. I have no doubt that BMW will get it right. My N55 135i is a blast to drive. It is not my first turbocharged car, but it is my first piston engine turbo. Years ago I owned a single turbo RX7 rotary. Rated HP was only 180, but it was fast because it only weighed about 2700 pounds. It did not even have power steering.
My 135i goes 65 to 105 mph about as quick as the RX7 could do 65 to 90 mph. I really like the growl that the N55 makes. The 135i is as quick as my 1992 6 Sped LT1 Corvette, but the 135i does it's thing with much less drama. In inflation adjusted dollars, the 135i cost less.