The new V8 Power Unit for the BMW M3.

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•First eight-cylinder for the BMW M3 sports car. •Supreme
performance ensured by 309 kW/420 hp from 4.0 litres. •Maximum
torque of 400 Newton-metres (295 lb-ft) at 3, 900 rpm, 85 per cent of
maximum torque over a speed range of 6,500 rpm. •Unique thrust and
muscle ensured by consistent implementation of the M high-speed engine
concept, maximum engine speed 8,300 rpm. •Consistent lightweight
construction of engine and ancillary units, new V8 power unit one of
the lightest eight-cylinders in the world, lighter than the
straight-six power unit in the former model. •Variable camshaft
control, low-pressure double-VANOS for an optimum charge cycle, system
offering full power and performance even with normal engine oil
pressure. •Eight individual throttle butterflies for spontaneous
engine response. •Consistent and reliable oil supply with
longitudinal and lateral acceleration up to 1.4 g ensured by two oil
pumps and wet sump oil lubrication optimised for supreme dynamic
behaviour. •Exhaust system optimising cylinder charge, optimised
for weight and function by means of internal high-pressure remoulding,
exhaust emissions fulfil EU4 and LEV 2 standards. •Upgraded MSS60
engine control unit for optimum coordination of all engine functions
with the various control systems in the car. •Ion flow technology
recognising and distinguishing engine knocking phenomena as well as
misfiring and miscombustion by measurement of ion flow in the
combustion chambers. •Brake Energy Regeneration with intelligent
alternator control.