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330 vs Other E46 Models

Feature325i/Ci330i/Ci330 ZHPM3
EngineM54B25M54B30M54B30 (tuned)S54B32
Power184 hp225 hp235 hp333 hp
Torque175 lb-ft214 lb-ft222 lb-ft262 lb-ft
0-60 mph~6.7s~5.9s~5.6s~4.8s
Front brakes300mm325mm325mm325mm
Rear brakes294mm320mm320mm328mm
DifferentialOpenOpenOpen3.62 LSD
Price range$3-8k$4-15k$15-30k$20-40k+
  • Best balance of performance, reliability, and affordability
  • Same platform as M3 — accepts many M3 upgrades
  • M54 engine is one of BMW’s most reliable inline-6s
  • Large aftermarket support community
  • Excellent base for a track or project car