Jul 1, 2004 · basically, the 325 is a nice car, but the m3 is truely superior in handling and performance. I say don't try to clone an M3, work with the 325 - that is and can be a great car. That's like slapping a Type-R sticker on your mom's teg or something..

Jul 14, 2005 · I'm not saying it's impossible, but it's highly unlikely you bought an actual M3 E30 for the price of a 325i. The price difference is staggering. Could you post the last 7 digits of your VIN?

Aug 3, 2011 · M3 coupe seats were unavailable in other cars (Vader seats). M3s had different wheels, bumpers, sideskirts, etc. The overall feel of the cars is completely different between an M and non-M.

Feb 27, 2009 · You can do quite a bit to your 325i, but if you had an M3 and upgraded it the same amount you'd have one insane car. You've gotta remember that there is no simple way to get a LSD on a non M, which is what will give you the real advantage over other non m's.

May 29, 2008 · 325i has a 2.5 liter I6 with about 180ish hp. the M3 is a 3.2 I6 with 250ish hp. the M has different suspension, some different body pieces and SOME different intieror pieces.

May 27, 2011 · Anyone ever successfully complete this? I am looking into buying a totaled e46 M3 and put the engine into my E46 325 sedan. Sent from my PC36100 using...

Oct 19, 2015 · Test drive and comparison between the E30 M3, E30 333i and E30 325iS. So which one is the winner?

Oct 24, 2021 · It's not really an easy conversion. Sure you can get an s14 and have the engine but the front wings and rear arches are obvious differences between the m3 and a 325. Look at the side profile of both an m3 and a regular e30, you'll notice the rear window is …

Jan 21, 2024 · the e30 325i and M3 are very different, the bodies barely share any parts and the engines are quite different. 4cyl vs 6cyl, dual overhead cam vs single overhead cam, 4 valves vs 2 valves per cylinder, quite different power curves.

The main differences between the 325i and the 325e are in the engine. Although both models have engines from the same M20 family, the 325e had more displacement (2.7 liters versus the 325i's 2.5) but drastically less horsepower.