Turbocharger: how fast would my car be compared to others?

[BMW]Rulez · #1 (**permalink**) 03-27-2002, 06:49 AM

Hi, I'm thinking of installing a turbocharger in my BMW 318i (M43 engine 115HP), wich pumps up my car to 185 HP. It's a Garret Airesearch Turbocharger + intercooler.

Now I have no idea how my car would accelerate or howmuch impact this ammount of hp would do to my car, because I have never driven a turbocharged car. Would I beat ex: a 323i (170HP)?

TKM3 · #2 (**permalink**) 03-27-2002, 01:14 PM

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Originally posted by [BMW]Rulez
Hi, I'm thinking of installing a turbocharger in my BMW 318i (M43 engine 115HP), wich pumps up my car to 185 HP. It's a Garret Airesearch Turbocharger + intercooler.

Now I have no idea how my car would accelerate or howmuch impact this ammount of hp would do to my car, because I have never driven a turbocharged car. Would I beat ex: a 323i (170HP)?

I can get you a 260hp naturally aspirated motor...

http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showth...threadid=24123

[BMW]Rulez · #3 (**permalink**) 03-27-2002, 01:19 PM

Tnx, but it will cost mucho $$ to ship it to Europe...Also, the 2.5L engine, is that an M3 one?

Blitz · #4 (**permalink**) 03-27-2002, 01:19 PM

You will beat the 323 because
A) More Horsepower
B) You have a lighter car
Turbochargers are real sweet. You will have an official sleeper

TKM3 · #5 (**permalink**) 03-27-2002, 02:34 PM

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Originally posted by [BMW]Rulez
Tnx, but it will cost mucho $$ to ship it to Europe...Also, the 2.5L engine, is that an M3 one?

Doh! I thought you were here inthe US