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difference between 92 325i engine and 93 325i engine
what are the major differences between the 1992 325i motor and the later 325i motors. Such as relaibilty,performance. The reason I am asking is because I have a chance to get a good deal on a 1992 325i. Should I skip that year and look for a later model. I know the oil capacity is only 5qts with the 92 motor,and the newer motors the capacity is around 8. Any info would be helpful. Thanks Joe.
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10-22-2004, 05:34 PM
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Location: Boone, N.C
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if they are both E-36 body's then there is no difference. if the 92 is a E-30 then the differences are very few..basically the same engine just with a few mods here and there..i belive they are both 6 quart systems..iv never had the but 8 quarts in my engine lol
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10-22-2004, 08:48 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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incorrect.
The E30 6 cylinder motors are totally different than the E36 ones. Also I beleive the main difference is that the early E36 cars and a single VANOS control system whereas the later cars had a dual VANOS system. However there really shouldnt be any problem with buying an early car as long as it is maintained and the price is good. |
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10-25-2004, 08:32 AM
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Early E36 325 up to 9/92 don't have VANOS at all.
From 9/92 they have single Vanos (intake side). No Vanos engines have havier pistons, rods, dual spring valves. |
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10-25-2004, 09:29 AM
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I knew it had to have something to do with VANOS. Thanks for clearing that up...
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