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Originally Posted by CanAutM3
Interesting tidbit here. I am not sure how you interpret the torque/power graphs.
According to the press release, max power for the 503hp (375kW) tune is achieved from 5,600 to 7,200rpm. So if up to 503hp can be had at 7,200rpm, theres definitely margin to make more than 473hp between 7,200 and 7,500rpm. The question is, does BMW want to  ? |
With this torque curve, I guess we also have an answer to the "boost threshold" question. The X3M is criticised for the lack of torque underneath 2500rpm, which is very visible here also! Nevertheless, for a 3.0 engine, the mid/top range is majestic!