Is BMW M54 engine reliable?
The M54 engine is a naturally aspirated inline-6 that was primarily featured in the 2000-2006 E46 3-series, in addition to the Z3/Z4 and X3/X5 models of the time. They are known to be overall great performers, reliable, and tons of fun.
How many valves does M54 have?
four valves
The M54 and S54 engines both had an aluminium block with cast iron cylinder liners, an aluminium cylinder head, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), variable intake and exhaust camshaft timing (double VANOS) and four valves per cylinder.
Is M54 better than N52?
According to Wikipedia the earlier M54 makes slightly more power at 228hp vs 215hp for the latter N52. Probably not enough difference to worry about. Although there does seem to be a 35ft-lb torque difference, in favour of the older engine.
What is the difference between m54b30 and m54b25?
M54 b30 is not heavier than the m54b25. IT’s basically the same block, only different stroke (maybe a few grams difference because of the different intake, sound generator etc). But biggest problem is the ecu. You not only need the ecu, but also the ews (or recode), throttle body, maf (both differ from 2.5i).
Can you turbo a M54?
A full kit to take your car from N/A to boosted – No extra parts required. Here is our base turbo kit – with some additional options. Able to reliably produce over 450hp with no other supporting modifications, this kit is ridiculously good value for money.
What’s the difference between a M54 and a N54?
There are some differences between the M54 and N54; the M54 is a single-piece block, with the water pump housing cast into the block, and is a closed-deck design, compared to the N54’s two-piece block with a separate bedplate, electric water pump, and open deck.
Can I swap a M54B25 to a M54B30?
Re: Engine Swap: M54B25 to a M54B30 IT’s basically the same block, only different stroke (maybe a few grams difference because of the different intake, sound generator etc). But biggest problem is the ecu. You not only need the ecu, but also the ews (or recode), throttle body, maf (both differ from 2.5i).
What does a 2001 BMW 330Ci weigh?
3,351 to 3,627 lbs2001 BMW 330Ci / Curb weight
How much HP can a E36 325i handle?
BMW straight 6 iron block engine is capable up to 400 hp (up to 1 bar boost) on stock internals, you need to decompression it. You can do 0.55 bar boost on stock compression and it should do around 300 hp.