The BMW M20 is a SOHC straight-six petrol engine which was produced from 1977 to 1993. The initial M20 model had a displacement of 2.0 L (122 cu in), with later versions having displacements of up to 2.7 L (165 cu in). The M20 began to be phased out following the introduction of the M50 engine in 1990.
Are all M20 blocks the same?
In design, all M20 engine blocks are the same. In practice, two blocks exist; the 80mm bore block which forms the heart of the 320i and 323i, and the 84mm bore block which makes the 325i and 325e.29 Oct 2014
Is the M20 an interference engine?
M20 engines (like most modern engines) are valve interference engines, meaning that the path of the valves as they are opening overlaps the path of the piston.9 May 2012
Will a 2JZ fit in a E30?
It's a 2JZ! With VVT-i! As you can see, it's a bit of a tight fit for the massive Toyota straight-six, but it did indeed fit, and it fit well!
Can you put a V8 in a E30?
The thunderous roar, the pulsing of power at idle and all that wonderful, wonderful torque make a V8 an engine swap wet dream for many, which is why BMW fitted their M6x family of V8s into the bigger cars. If you're up to the challenge, here's how to fit a monster 4.0 litre V8 M6x engine into your E30.11 Apr 2013
Can you engine swap a BMW?
Yes, engine swaps can be done but there are MANY different calculations and measurements to take before the work begins.
Can I put an M3 engine in my 325i?
Engine swap is entirely possible. If you have the ability to get the parts, go for it.3 Jan 2014
What engine comes in a BMW E30?
BMW 3 Series (E30)
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Is a 325i A E30?
Back in the '80s, prior to even the E30 M3's existence, there was the E30-generation BMW 325i Coupe and it was the best version of the E30 3 Series. However, on the flip-side, the BMW 325i at the time used a 2.5 liter naturally-aspirated inline-six-cylinder engine that made 168 horsepower and 164 lb-ft of torque.3 Sept 2021
What engine is in the 325i?
It's a rear-wheel drive front-engined 4-door medium saloon with 5 seats. With 189 BHP, the naturally aspirated 2.5 Litre 24v Inline 6 petrol engine (BMW M54B25) accelerates this 325i to 62 mph in 7.2 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 149 mph.