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What Year BMW M3 Has The S58 Engine & How Much Horsepower Does It Produce?

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When BMW launched the all-new M3 G80 in 2021, it got here with the S58 3.0-liter inline-six with two mono-scroll turbochargers, double Vanos camshaft timing, and Valvetronic variable valve timing. The S58 engine debuted in 2019 for the F97/F98 BMW X3 M and X4 M earlier than making it to the G80/G81 M3 and M4 two years later.

The S58 in commonplace guise makes 473 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, the latter accessible from 2,650 to six,130 rpm. Meanwhile, Competition variants just like the M3 Competition xDrive have 510 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque at 2,750 to five,500 rpm. Notably, the BMW M3 G80 is the primary in its lineage to return with an non-compulsory all-wheel drivetrain.

The BMW S58 is a technical masterpiece with a light-weight solid crankshaft, a 3D-printed cylinder head core, high-precision gas injection, and a twin chamber oil sump that ensures dependable lubrication in excessive driving environments. The BMW M3 G80 continues to be in manufacturing as of 2024. Another M automotive that makes use of the S58 engine is the second-gen BMW M2 with a 453-horsepower model of the twin-turbo inline-six.

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This 1500-HP M240i Is the Quickest BMW on the Planet

BMW’s B58 straight-six is shortly turning into the most popular factor in import drag racing. The 3.0-liter engine has confirmed itself surprisingly stout and able to dealing with numerous increase, making it straightforward for homeowners to extract large energy and pace on the strip. This 1500-horsepower BMW 2 Series is additional proof the B58 has earned its spot because the Toyota 2JZ’s successor.

From the surface this M240i xDrive coupe appears nearly inventory save for a set of sticky drag radials. You’d by no means guess it is hiding a extremely modified model of its authentic B58 six-cylinder, geared up with new camshafts, ported heads, a heavy-duty gas system, and a 74-millimeter Precision turbocharger operating 49 kilos of increase. 

The all-wheel drive system is retained, fed by an upgraded model of the automobile’s manufacturing facility eight-speed automated transmission constructed by Pure Drivetrain Solutions. There are beefed up axles and a carbon driveshaft to deal with the additional twist, however amazingly, the rear differential is unmodified.

Best of all, the inventory ECU is retained and modified to simply accept all the drivetrain modifications, which means this 2 Series nonetheless has most of its authentic options, together with local weather management, an infotainment system, cruise management, and extra. Most of the inside continues to be there too. According to the proprietor, the automobile weighs about 3510 kilos with him within the driver’s seat.

That’s a part of the rationale why the automobile’s current 7.9-second quarter-mile time at 175 mph throughout TX2K in Texas earlier this month is so stunning. The time makes this 2 Series the quickest and quickest BMW on the planet within the quarter-mile, interval. And it does so with out having to fret an excessive amount of about weight or aero. With a couple of extra mods, we’re sure this BMW may go even faster. 

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Wild Toyota Starlet Racer Has A 1,000-HP 2JZ Powering The Front Wheels

The Toyota 2JZ family of 3.0-liter inline-six engines is well-known for its durability, allowing tuners to achieve incredibly high power levels. Although front-wheel-drive vehicles are not commonly equipped with this engine, a highly modified Toyota Starlet generating over 1,000 horsepower demonstrates that it is feasible, with impressive results.

A quick look reveals significant modifications to both the body and engine of this Starlet. The widened front track and broad fenders accommodate big, slick tires. The 2JZ engine is snugly positioned between the shock towers, with a large turbo directly behind it and a short exhaust protruding from the hood. The car is also equipped with a dogbox transmission, enabling rapid shifting without the use of the clutch.

Owned by Team Ø.G.T from Denmark, this Starlet was transported to Malta to participate in the MDRA Finals. The car displayed remarkable performance during the event, as captured in a video.

Typically, front-wheel-drive vehicles struggle on the drag strip, but this Starlet defies the norm. Team Ø.G.T’s best quarter-mile run in Malta saw the petite Toyota clocking a time of 9.123 seconds at 169.21 mph (refer to the timing slip below). The car also recorded several other runs in the nine-second range.

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2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon FarOut: The Final Diesel Gladiator

The 2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon FarOut special edition will be the last Jeep pickup to offer the 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel engine. Only 1,000 units will be produced.

The Gladiator Rubicon FarOut stands apart from other diesel Jeep pickups with its distinctive features, such as a commemorative “Diesel 3.0L” hood graphic, exclusive tailgate badging, 17-inch black polished aluminum wheels, 33-inch mud-terrain tires, and a steel front bumper.

This final edition of the Jeep Gladiator also boasts heavy-duty Dana 44 front and rear axles, along with a two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio.