Question 1

Which is faster, BMW 3 E36 or BMW 5 E28?

Accepted Answer

The BMW 3 E36 1995 is faster with a 14.30s quarter mile compared to 15.30s for the BMW 5 E28 1988.

Question 2

What is the 0-60 difference between 3 E36 and 5 E28?

Accepted Answer

The BMW 3 E36 1995 does 0-60 mph in 5.60 seconds, while the BMW 5 E28 1988 achieves it in 6.50 seconds. The 3 E36 is quicker off the line.

Question 3

How do these cars compare when tuned?

Accepted Answer

Both the 3 E36 and 5 E28 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 3 E36	BMW 5 E28	Winner
1/4 Mile	14.30s	15.30s	3 E36
0-60 MPH	5.60s	6.50s	3 E36
0-100 KM/H	5.90s	6.80s	3 E36
Trap Speed	158 km/h	153 km/h	3 E36
Horsepower	240 HP	256 HP	5 E28
Torque	305 Nm	330 Nm	5 E28
Weight	1460 kg	1430 kg	5 E28
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	-

BMW 3 E36 1995 vs BMW 5 E28 1988

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