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Re: variable diff. lock; what does it do ? (More) (archive)
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Posted by rca on February 19, 2000 at 11:24:06:

In Reply to: UK M3 BHP Quote posted by JohnH on February 19, 2000 at 11:09:11:


: This was posted on the 'Driven' website on 18th Feb. regarding Geneva Motor Show -

: The new BMW M3: it has a new straight-six cylinder, 343 bhp engine, a six-speed manual gearbox, and an M variable differential lock. It looks distinctive, with power domes on the bonnet and large air ducts in the front spoiler.

: No mention of engine size though.


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I am out of date with mechanical innovations, but all I can think of is the driver having a choice of rear end gear ratio's, for e.g., for highway driving vs. street racing, etc. I know that can't be right, so....

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