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BMW N54 vs. N55 Comparison: Which One is Better?

BMW N54 vs. N55 Comparison: Which One is Better?

BMW’s first-ever inline-six-cylinder engine, designated as the M78, was produced from 1933 to 1950. The initial version, the 303, featured a 5.6:1 compression ratio, a 56mm cylinder bore, and an 80mm stroke, resulting in approximately…

BMW N54- Best BMW Engine for Tuners?

BMW N54- Best BMW Engine for Tuners?

The BMW N54 engine was launched at the Geneva Auto Show in 2006 and first seen in the E92 335i later that year. It has now been replaced by the N55 straight-six unit, which you…

Video: Matt Farah Reviews 830 WHP BMW 335i

When the N54 engine first came out, it took enthusiasts a while to make up their minds if it was a winner or a loser. It wasn’t an easy decision either, as it was set…

How long can the BMW straight-six last?

How To Clean The N54 Intake Valves

For everyone who is interested in what actually goes on during a special intake valve cleaning, here is some more information along with several other detailed photos of the process. Without further ado: the story…

Today's Tech Tip: Triple Turbos

Today’s Tech Tip: Triple Turbos

I swore off turbo-charged cars after the mid 1980s, I’d had enough of the lag until 3500 RPM and then the boost would come on with a rush (though it was fun), the nasty side…