BMW M43
The BMW M43 is an SOHC four-cylinder petrol engine which was produced from 1991-2002.[1] The M43 powered base-model cars, while higher performance models at the time were powered by the BMW M42 and BMW M44 DOHC engines. The M43 was produced at the Steyr engine plant.[2]
| BMW M43 engine | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 1991–2002 |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.6–1.9 L (98–116 cu in) |
| Block material | Cast iron |
| Head material | Aluminium |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Combustion | |
| Fuel type | Petrol, CNG |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW M40 |
| Successor | BMW N42 |
A version using natural-gas was produced for the E36 318i and the E34 518i.
Following the introduction of the BMW N42 engine in 2001, the M43 began to be phased out.
Design
Compared with its BMW M40 predecessor, the M43 features a knock sensor[3] and a timing chain (instead of the M40's timing belt).[4][5] It also features a dual length intake manifold[6] ("DISA"), to provide torque across a wider rev range.[7]
In 1998 the displacement was increased to 1,895 cc (115.6 cu in), increasing torque to 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm.[1]
Versions
| Version | Displacement | Power | Torque | Year | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M43B16 | 1,596 cc (97.4 cu in) | 75 kW (102 PS) at 5500 rpm | 150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm | 1991-1999 | |
| 60 kW (82 PS) at 5500 rpm | 127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm | 1995-2000 | CNG | ||
| M43B18 | 1,796 cc (109.6 cu in) | 85 kW (115 PS) at 5500 rpm | 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm | 1993 | |
| 74 kW (100 PS) at 5500 rpm | 142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm | 1995-1996 | CNG | ||
| M43B19 | 1,895 cc (115.6 cu in) | 87 kW (118 PS) at 5500 rpm | 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft) at 3900 rpm | 1998 | |
| 77 kW (105 PS) at 5300 rpm | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) at 2500 rpm | 1999 |
M43B16
The 1,596 cc (97.4 cu in) M43B16 produces 75 kW (102 PS) and 150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft) of torque. It uses the Bosch Motronic 1.7.1 engine management system.[8] There was also a natural gas-powered version of this car (also able to run on petrol) for the 1995 BMW 316g Compact.
Applications:
- 1993-1999 E36 316i
- 1995-2000 E36/5 316g Compact
M43B18
The M43B18 has a 1,796 cc (109.6 cu in) displacement. It produces 85 kW (115 PS) and 124 lb⋅ft (168 N⋅m) and uses the Bosch Motronic 1.7.1 fuel injection system.[8] There was also a less powerful natural gas-powered version of this car (also able to run on petrol) for the BMW 518g Touring (E34). This model was only available for two years.
Applications:
- 1992-1998 E36 318i
- 1994-1996 E34 518i
- 1995-1996 E34 518g Touring
- 1995-2001 Z3 1.8
M43B19
The M43B19 (also known as the "M43TÜ") is the largest M43 engine, with a displacement of 1,895 cc (115.6 cu in). It produces up to 87 kW (118 PS) and 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft), and uses BMW's BMS 46 engine management system.[8] The 77 kW (105 PS) versions do not have the DISA intake manifold and also have a smaller camshaft compared to the 118 PS versions. Note the M43B16, M43B18 and the M43B19 (118 PS version) all have the same camshaft.
Applications— 77 kW (105 PS) and 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft):
- 1999-2001 E36 316i
- 1999-2001 E46 316i
Applications— 87 kW (118 PS) and 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft):
- 1998-2001 E46 318i/318Ci
- 2001-2003 Z3 1.9
References
- "Engine specifications for M43 engines". www.bmwheaven.com. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
- "BMW M43 engine". www.australiancar.reviews. Retrieved 2 March 2017.
- "Motorenkunde über BMW Motoren". www.bmw-syndikat.de (in German). Retrieved 2 March 2017.
- "Timing and valve train-timing chain". www.bmwfans.info. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
- "Timing and valve train-tooth belt". www.bmwfans.info. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
- "BMW M40 and M43 Four Cylinder Engines". www.unixnerd.demon.co.uk. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
- "What is a DISA valve?". www.bimmerforums.com. Retrieved 24 February 2017.
- "BMW World - 4-Cylinder Engines". www.usautoparts.net. Archived from the original on 2 March 2014.