1990-1993: 228 hp @ 6,300 rpm, 201 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm.

1994-1997: 229 hp @ 5,600 rpm, 232 lb-ft @ 3,750 rpm.

You can see that the hp only increased by one, but it develops it at a lower rpm.

There is a big 15.4% increase in torque, and it is available at a much lower rpm.

If you were to look at the torque curve, it would also be much be much more flat than the early 3.0 liter engine.

This obviously a function of the variable valve timing.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".