Manhart Racing M3 E92 with V8TT
Jan 14, 2011 | 11:44 PM
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Jan 20, 2011 | 10:04 AM
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from InsideLine:
2010 Manhart Racing M3 V8R Biturbo: First Drive
Forced induction is everywhere it seems. From BMWs standpoint, those turbos go a long way to reducing fuel consumption while keeping the power right where we want it, so its a no brainer for them. But as we all know, the aftermarket gives a damn about efficiency and the use of turbos is meant for one thing only. POWER.
Manhart's BITURBO monster setup is the same as we've seen published previously here and here. The difference here is that its now been driven and tested by professional journalists.
Just to recap the basic idea is this: Take the FI engine from the X5M/X6M, transplant it into the E92 M3, do some ECU work and then throw on a new exhaust. This is a tried and true method of tuning that has been done to many an M3 throughout time. Typically some unit from an older sibling M5 is taken and put into the M3 chassis to make a beastly combination of power and handling.
The added benefit of a setup like this is that BMW has done alot of legwork of integrating turbos onto a V8 for them already. Much of the headache involved when adding a turbo to the stock M3 V8 may be reduced.
What does InsideLine think about this car?
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The straight-line performance of this thing is just ridiculous. It's not just the top speed of over 200 mph, either. This engine is insane from the moment we touch the throttle pedal. There's a guttural roar from the exhaust and the car just bolts forward.
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Manhart Racing tells us that the V8R Biturbo can get to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds, but it's still down to the traction rather than power. Drive this car with a clubfoot and it will pop the rubber before the car hits triple digits. As for the top-end speed, Gunther is looking to achieve 210 mph, but it's the in-gear acceleration that really blows the mind.
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The overall handling balance doesn't seem to have been upset by the powertrain transplant. Apparently the car weighs 3,417 pounds, some 200 pounds less than a stock M3. The car wriggles at the rear with the torque reaction from 697 hp, yet the nose cuts into the apex of corners on command with no sign of washing out.
Source:http://www.insideline.com/bmw/m3/201...rst-drive.html
2010 Manhart Racing M3 V8R Biturbo: First Drive
Forced induction is everywhere it seems. From BMWs standpoint, those turbos go a long way to reducing fuel consumption while keeping the power right where we want it, so its a no brainer for them. But as we all know, the aftermarket gives a damn about efficiency and the use of turbos is meant for one thing only. POWER.
Manhart's BITURBO monster setup is the same as we've seen published previously here and here. The difference here is that its now been driven and tested by professional journalists.
Just to recap the basic idea is this: Take the FI engine from the X5M/X6M, transplant it into the E92 M3, do some ECU work and then throw on a new exhaust. This is a tried and true method of tuning that has been done to many an M3 throughout time. Typically some unit from an older sibling M5 is taken and put into the M3 chassis to make a beastly combination of power and handling.
The added benefit of a setup like this is that BMW has done alot of legwork of integrating turbos onto a V8 for them already. Much of the headache involved when adding a turbo to the stock M3 V8 may be reduced.
What does InsideLine think about this car?
Quote:
The straight-line performance of this thing is just ridiculous. It's not just the top speed of over 200 mph, either. This engine is insane from the moment we touch the throttle pedal. There's a guttural roar from the exhaust and the car just bolts forward.
Quote:
Manhart Racing tells us that the V8R Biturbo can get to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds, but it's still down to the traction rather than power. Drive this car with a clubfoot and it will pop the rubber before the car hits triple digits. As for the top-end speed, Gunther is looking to achieve 210 mph, but it's the in-gear acceleration that really blows the mind.
Quote:
The overall handling balance doesn't seem to have been upset by the powertrain transplant. Apparently the car weighs 3,417 pounds, some 200 pounds less than a stock M3. The car wriggles at the rear with the torque reaction from 697 hp, yet the nose cuts into the apex of corners on command with no sign of washing out.
Source:http://www.insideline.com/bmw/m3/201...rst-drive.html
Last edited by SpeedLimit?; Jan 20, 2011 at 10:07 AM.
Mar 23, 2011 | 09:40 AM
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I know vid was already posted, but just wanted to add to this thread. What a beast! M Power.
YouTube - GRIP - Manhart M3 V8R Biturbo
YouTube - GRIP - Manhart M3 V8R Biturbo
