Technical Specifications
| System | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model year | 1989 |
| Body style | Convertible |
| Engine code | M20B20 |
| Engine displacement | 1,990 cc / 2.0 L |
| Engine configuration | Naturally aspirated inline-six |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12 valves |
| Fuel delivery | Bosch Motronic electronic fuel injection |
| Maximum power | 129 hp / 95 kW at 6,000 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 164 Nm / 121 lb-ft at 4,300 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed Getrag manual |
| Transmission | 4-speed ZF automatic |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive |
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson struts |
| Rear suspension | Semi-trailing arms |
| Braking system | Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS |
| Exterior finish | Dark graphite |
| Wheels | Wide deep-dish mesh wheels with polished lips |
| Bodywork | Bolt-on widebody fender flares |
| Front aerodynamic equipment | Deep bumper, enlarged lower intakes and carbon-fiber splitter |
| Hood equipment | Dual louvers and quick-release hood pins |
| Rear aerodynamic equipment | Rear diffuser and integrated lip spoiler |
| Exhaust layout | Quad-pipe exhaust |
| Interior upholstery | Saddle tan leather |
Powertrain Analysis
The M20B20 is a 1,990 cc naturally aspirated inline-six with a single overhead camshaft and 12 valves. Peak output is 129 hp, equivalent to 95 kW, at 6,000 rpm. Peak torque is 164 Nm, equivalent to 121 lb-ft, at 4,300 rpm.
Bosch Motronic electronic fuel injection supplies the M20B20. The longitudinal inline-six powertrain routes output to the rear wheels through either a 5-speed Getrag manual transmission or a 4-speed ZF automatic transmission.
The manual configuration provides five forward ratios, while the automatic configuration provides four forward ratios. Both gearbox options retain the rear-wheel-drive layout.
Chassis & Dynamics
The front suspension uses an independent MacPherson-strut arrangement. The rear suspension uses semi-trailing arms, combining independent wheel movement at the front with the E30 rear semi-trailing-arm architecture.
Four-wheel disc brakes provide braking hardware at both axles. Anti-lock braking system control is included with the disc-brake system.
The custom exterior package uses bolt-on widebody fender flares to cover wide deep-dish mesh wheels. Polished wheel lips provide a contrasting finish against the dark graphite body color.
The front fascia incorporates a deep bumper, enlarged lower air intakes and a carbon-fiber splitter. The vented hood uses two louvered sections and quick-release hood pins.
Dimensions & Practicality
The body configuration is a two-door convertible with an open roof structure. Saddle tan leather upholstery is specified for the cabin.
The rear bumper integrates a rear diffuser, a lip spoiler and a quad-pipe exhaust arrangement. The front and rear aerodynamic components are paired with widened fender coverage and deep-dish wheel fitment.