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"The original M3 harkens back to what it means to be a race car on the street. Take an M3 for a spin and you will find yourself downshifting just to hear the engine rev. And rev it will, the motor loves to roar, and it builds clean usable power throughout the entire range. This is German automotive engineering at its finest, setting the bar high for later generations of the M3."
—Official description[1]

The 1991 BMW M3 - also known as "BMW M3 E30" and abbreviated as "BMW M3 '91" - is a front-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car by BMW.

It appears in Forza Motorsport 2 as part of the December Car Pack, and as standard in all subsequent main series titles, as well as in Forza Street.

Synopsis[]

The E30 M3 is a sports car developed by BMW's M performance division as a homologation model for the Group A racing class. Based on the third generation BMW 3 Series, it was produced for the 1986 to 1991 model years, and replaced by the E36 in 1992.

Platform[]

The E30 M3 features wider bodywork than regular 3 Series models in order to improve aerodynamics and to accomodate a wider track.

Drivetrain[]

It is powered by a 2.3 litre high-revving four-cylinder engine, codenamed S14B23, which borrowed several designs from the BMW M1 such as a dual overhead camshafts and individual throttle plates. The S14 engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, and produces 214 hp (160 kW) and 244 ft·lb (331 N·m) of torque.[2]

Variants[]

Forza Edition[]

The Forza Edition is an upgraded variant featuring a 20% CR credit boost, plus an extra 20% CR boost for 3 Good Drifts. It comes with a B 545 upgrade preset and a widebody kit.

Unlock[]

It had been offered to players at any random point via levelling up, and was also available from a bounty event in December. Since the April 2019 update, it has been available for purchase via the Buy Cars menu.

Formula Drift #98 BMW 325i[]

Main article: Formula Drift 98 BMW 325i

The 1989 Formula Drift #98 BMW 325i is a Formula Drift variant featured in Forza Motorsport 7 as part of the Formula Drift Car Pack, Forza Horizon 4 as part of the Formula Drift Car Pack and Forza Horizon 5 based on the BMW E30 platform.

Statistics[]

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Speed 4.1
Acceleration 4.0
Braking 3.7
Handling 4.1
Base Rarity '
C 407
Required DLC:
Unlock Requirements
North America:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Europe:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Asia:
missing data
Rarity: ?
Performance & Body Style
Body Style:
missing data
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data
Speed 5.2
Handling 5.1
Acceleration 4.3
Launch 5.0
Braking 4.9
D 286
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 15,000 CR
Performance & Body Style
Body Style:
Coupé
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data
Speed 5.1
Handling 4.8
Acceleration 6.2
Launch 6.6
Braking 4.7
C 357
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 16,000 CR
Performance & Body Style
Body Style:
Sports Car
Speed:
Top Speed: 153.7 mph  (247.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.000 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.000 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 129.4 ft (39.4 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 355.5 ft (108.4 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.86 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.82 g
Speed 5.7
Handling 4.3
Acceleration 6.8
Launch 7.4
Braking 4.3
D 387
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 19,000 CR
Performance & Body Family
Body Family:
Iconic Sports
Speed:
Top Speed: 154.0 mph  (247.8 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.020 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.018 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 103.5 ft (31.5 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 282.8 ft (86.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.09 g
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data
Speed 5.7
Handling 4.5
Acceleration 6.7
Braking 4.3
D 374
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 19,000 CR
Performance & Division
Division:
Modern Sport Legends
Speed:
Top Speed: 154.3 mph  (248.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.000 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.000 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 127.0 ft (38.7 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 318.9 ft (97.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.07 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.03 g
Speed 5.7
Handling 4.5
Acceleration 6.7
Braking 4.3
Uncommon 
D 374
Unlock Requirements
Unlock:
Purchase from the car dealer for 79,000 CR
Performance & Division
Division:
Early Sport Touring
Collection Tier:
Tier 2 - Uncommon (+140)
Speed:
Top Speed: 154.3 mph  (248.3 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 15.382 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 6.979 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 16.981 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 143.8 ft (43.8 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 347.6 ft (105.9 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.07 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.03 g
Speed 2.7
Braking 1.7
Handling 2.0
Acceleration 2.4
D 357
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Can be purchased from the Car Dealer for 68,000 CR
Performance & Division
Division:
Sport Touring Classics
Speed:
Top Speed: 155.2 mph  (249.7 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 15.382 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.000 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.000 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 151.3 ft (46.1 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 375.2 ft (114.4 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.89 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.90 g
Speed 5.1
Handling 8.1
Acceleration 6.2
Launch 6.5
Braking 7.6
C 338
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 16,000 CR
Performance & Body Style
Body Style:
Sports Car
Speed 5.8
Handling 6.3
Acceleration 6.9
Launch 7.5
Braking 7.5
B 610
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 16,000 CR
Performance & Championship
Championship:
Retro Saloons
Speed:
Top Speed: 155.7 mph  (250.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 6.980 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 16.981 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 145.9 ft (44.5 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 356.0 ft (108.5 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.85 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.87 g
Speed 5.8
Handling 6.0
Acceleration 6.9
Launch 7.5
Braking 5.4
C 598
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 70,000 CR
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Performance & Championship
Championship:
Retro Saloons
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data
Speed 6.4
Handling 5.4
Acceleration 6.0
Launch 7.4
Braking 5.0
C 586
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 70,000 CR
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Performance & Car Type
Car Type:
Retro Saloons
Rarity:
Rare
Speed:
Top Speed: 155.6 mph  (250.4 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.018 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.000 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 184.3 ft (56.2 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 453.0 ft (138.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.82 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.84 g
Speed 5.6
Handling 4.7
Accel 4.3
Launch 3.4
Braking 3.1
Offroad 4.9
C 583
Availability
Autoshow:
Can be purchased from the Autoshow for 70,000 CR
Wheelspin:
Possible Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin prize
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
Seasonal:
This vehicle may appear as a listed item in the Forzathon Shop or as a Festival Playlist reward.
Forzathon Shop:
N/A
Festival Playlist:
Series 15 (Summer) - The Trial: "Make it Rein"
Series 31 (Summer) - "Ferrari Park" championship
Series 39 (Winter) - Playground Games: "Get Your Game On, Go Play!"
Performance & Car Type
Car Type:
Retro Saloons
Value: 70,000 CR
Rarity:
Rare
Speed:
Top Speed: 155.2 mph  (249.7 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 6.980 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 16.980 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 152.2 ft (46.4 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 376.1 ft (114.6 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.89 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.90 g
?
?
?
Unlock Requirements
Missing unlock requirements
Performance
Speed:
Top Speed: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): missing data
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): missing data
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): missing data
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): missing data
120 mph (193 km/h): missing data

Forza Edition

Speed 6.1
Handling 5.2
Acceleration 7.3
Braking 5.1
Uncommon 
B 545
Unlock Requirements
Unlock:
Milestone Reward for 79,000 CR
Performance & Division
Division:
Early Sport Touring
Value: 79,000 CR
Collection Tier:
Tier 2 - Uncommon (+50)
Boost: +20% CR and +20% CR for 3 Good Drifts
Speed:
Top Speed: 163.4 mph  (262.9 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 15.400 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.300 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 13.519 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 136.3 ft (41.5 m)
100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 340.3 ft (103.7 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.17 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.16 g

Conversions[]

Conversion - Engine
I6 - BMW E36 M3, V8 - BMW E92 M3
1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.2L I6, 5.2L V10, 5.7L V8
1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.2L I6, 5.2L V10, 5.7L V8
2.6L I6 - TT, 3.2L I6, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 6.2L V8
2.0L I4-T, 2.6L I6-TT, 3.2L I6, 2.5L I5-T, 6.2L V8, 4.0L V8-TT, 5.2L V10, 2.6L R4
V8 - BMW E92 M3, V8 - BMW F10 M5
1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.2L I6, 4.5L V8, 6.2L V8
1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.2L I6
3.2L I6, 4.0L V8, 5.0L V10
3.2L I6, 4.0L V8, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 5.0L V10, Racing 3.0L I6T
Conversion - Aspiration
Single Turbocharger
Single Turbocharger
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Single Turbocharger
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Single Turbo
Conversion - Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
AWD
AWD
AWD
AWD Drivetrain
AWD Drivetrain
AWD Drivetrain
AWD Drivetrain
AWD Drivetrain

Trivia[]

  • It can be modified with Rieger, Evo 1 and Evo 2 Aero Street upgrades.
  • In Forza Motorsport (2023), the Big Country Lab Rear Wing was added to the car as part of Update 10.0.
  • In Forza Motorsport (2023), its car sound was updated in Update 15.

Gallery[]

Promotional[]

Variants[]

Forzavista[]

References[]

  1. "Forza Horizon 3 - Cars" . forzamotorsport.net . Retrieved 05-29-2018.
  2. "FAQ E30 M3" . bmwmregistry.com . Retrieved 05/29/2018.