patrick_y
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That is correct!
The 328i here has a 2.0 liter turbo charged engine. It generates around 240 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque. Good engine, no turbo lag, fairly linear powerband. Unlike the C250 Mercedes-Benz sedan and coupe where the turbo lag and turbo boost is very noticeable. It's a great engine. Great transmission too, shifts quickly and smoothly, with reasonable torque converter lock up (not too much torque converter flex making the driveline feel like a slush). I find 8 gears too many gears, my limit is seven, I can't keep count more than 7 gears.
The E30 is a classic, but my favorite M3s are the E46 and E92 M3 coupes. I know, they're big heavy cars. But these cars are really in a size and class that puts them in the grand touring category. Two people can sit comfortably in the back seat even for extended journeys. And a decent sized boot for the luggage. The only thing I'm missing for a long journey is a spare tire (which I don't believe either model has).
BMW 420d : A quick drive
A couple of months ago i had a go in the new 3 series from BMW ... the 316d .. . Apart from the lazy two litre 115 hp diesel engine i was once again surprised by the steering qualities. The new 4-series is in fact a two door coup 3 series that stands a b...
That's a nice car!
I recently had a 2013 328i sedan (non sport suspension) for a eight days where I put 1200 miles on it. It should drive somewhat similar to the 420d. Agree with you, the automatic transmission is fantastic. The electric power steering unfortunately isn't q...
Was that 328 i ...
.. the 2 litre turbo with 240 hp ? Unfortunately i only drove that 420d for 15 or 20 miles ... but it gave me a good impression ... i think i could live with it if i had to .... :-) :-) :-) .... still ... i'd rather have a E30 M3 :-) ... but then who woul...
That is correct!
The 328i here has a 2.0 liter turbo charged engine. It generates around 240 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque. Good engine, no turbo lag, fairly linear powerband. Unlike the C250 Mercedes-Benz sedan and coupe where the turbo lag and turbo boost is very noticeabl...
I really love the line of this new Series 4.
Now the question is to know how it feels on the road... The feeling of the engine... But the body is sublime, I find. Best, Filip. Nicolas
Feeling on the road is ...
... way better than its competitors, there is a lot of comfort but still offers that sporty feeling and to a certain degree a sporty handling. With modern cars you can go amazingly fast due to high powered engines ( yes, i dare to say 150+ hp is a lot ) ,...
Time for fun, indeed.
A serious upgrafe on your Clio won't cost you that much, but will increas the driving pleasure. Air filter box, E.C.U, exhaust... Classic solutions, for a bigger pleasure. Best, Nicolas.
It's a looker but ...
... time will tell if it stays that way ... . When the Audi A5 coupé came out i found it to be an ugly car ... a year later i loved the looks ... and still do :-) This 4 coupé looks well (to me) from the start .... but like most coupés from BMW it stays t...
funny you mention the A5
i went the other way..when it came out if was refreshing.. then a few month later..it became tired... talking to car design guys...a good design is one that brings timeless excitement...not sure if A5 does that for me
Your 420d needs
Interesting to see that there is no badges on the trunk showing it's a 4 series? Anyway, maybe to improve it's performance you can have it sent to Dinan and Patrick can help you with a test drive before sending it back :) Regards, ED-209
I would rather say ...
"my" 420d needs a petrol engine :-) Not sure if you can get the 4 with a badge on the trunk, most BMW's have their badge removed (not applied in the factory) :-) ciao, Filip