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Originally Posted by ChinoOrtega
I dont know much about cars but Ive had the past two m3's right know I have a e46 m3 and have had it for 6 years no problem, and I also went to M driving school in Spartanburg and placed a deposit on the new one, but I have to say torque is a big deal in sports cars but I saw the specs and the torque seems a bit low for a V8, can someone clarify if this is good or bad and how will it affect the performance, I am new posting but been reading them for a long time, I live in Guatemala and my dealer says I'll get the m3 around december, thanks everyone
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In short answer: The new engine has very wide power band, and its multiplied by short gearing. Peak number not impressive, but average torque is high