320 to 325 auto conversion

[r4j666]

just wondering if anyone knows wot the bhp wil be on an automatic if i switch engines from a 2litre to a 2.5litre? also would i need to convert the brakes on the rear instead of the drums? thx

[Brianmoooore]

Auto 2.5 M20 has the same nominal power output as a manual 2.5 M20 at around 170 bhp if you get a good one.
320 saloon non ABS suspension and brakes is inferior to that on a 325 saloon at both ends.
Vented front discs, 51mm front legs and rear discs would all be good.

[r4j666]

thx brian 170bhp sounds gud i guess i wil have to convert the rear drums to discs then for more stopping power as im thinkin of the engine swap soon

[r4j666]

also would it b better to convert into an manual n keep the 2litre engine or would it be better to change the engine 2 a 325i one? just was wondering

[e30bmlover]

also would it b better to convert into an manual n keep the 2litre engine or would it be better to change the engine 2 a 325i one? just was wondering

there is no replacement for displacement!

[maxfield]

there is no replacement for displacement!

There is 12 more valves

[Brianmoooore]

there is no replacement for displacement!

There is 12 more valves

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