BMW E36 320i Времена кругов

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The BMW E36 320i features naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter M50B20 inline-six engine producing 150 PS (148 horsepower/110 kW) at 5,900 rpm with 140 pound-feet (190 Nm) torque at 4,200 rpm through five-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel-drive at 1,310kg (2,888 pounds) curb weight in coupe configuration (1,375kg sedan) achieving 9.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and 214 km/h (133 mph) top speed. Engineering specification includes DOHC 24-valve cylinder head design, longitudinal engine mounting, 50:50 weight distribution, MacPherson strut front suspension, and multi-link rear suspension establishing balanced chassis dynamics and smooth inline-six character representing BMW traditional performance philosophy within accessible compact executive segment where efficient 2.0-liter displacement targets European taxation regulations while maintaining six-cylinder refinement unavailable in four-cylinder alternatives.

E36 320i represented volume model in third-generation 3 Series lineup (1991-1998) offering entry-level pricing while maintaining BMW driving dynamics, solid build quality, and inline-six smoothness establishing accessible entry into BMW ownership and rear-wheel-drive performance segment. Platform earned respect for superior handling balance compared to contemporary front-wheel-drive rivals despite modest power output where chassis excellence and steering precision compensated for 150 horsepower specification creating engaging driving experience prioritizing dynamics over straight-line performance, popular in modern enthusiast community for reliable M50 engine, lightweight construction compared to contemporary vehicles, and strong aftermarket support enabling various modifications from suspension upgrades to popular engine swaps (M52, S50, S52) transforming efficient daily driver into capable performance vehicle while maintaining classic E36 aesthetic and analog driving character representing final generation before electronic systems complexity dominated BMW development establishing E36 as last truly simple BMW sports sedan.