Question 1

Which is faster, BMW I3 Ev or BMW 3 E30?

Accepted Answer

The BMW I3 Ev 2026 is faster with a 13.80s quarter mile compared to 15.20s for the BMW 3 E30 1986.

Question 2

What is the 0-60 difference between I3 Ev and 3 E30?

Accepted Answer

The BMW I3 Ev 2026 does 0-60 mph in 7.50 seconds, while the BMW 3 E30 1986 achieves it in 6.90 seconds. The 3 E30 launches faster.

Question 3

How do these cars compare when tuned?

Accepted Answer

Both the I3 Ev and 3 E30 respond well to modifications. Visit the individual car pages to see Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance data and how tuning affects this comparison.

Metric	BMW I3 Ev	BMW 3 E30	Winner
1/4 Mile	13.80s	15.20s	I3 Ev
0-60 MPH	7.50s	6.90s	3 E30
0-100 KM/H	7.80s	7.20s	3 E30
Trap Speed	160 km/h	146 km/h	I3 Ev
Horsepower	200 HP	192 HP	I3 Ev
Torque	300 Nm	240 Nm	I3 Ev
Weight	1300 kg	1200 kg	3 E30
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	-

BMW I3 Ev 2026 vs BMW 3 E30 1986

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