BMW S65-based Racing Engines You've Probably Never Heard Of Featured on BIMMERPOST.com

Although the N/A engines with their ITBs and melodic symphonies are a thing of the past, we can still honor and appreciate such masterpieces of engineering without drawing negativity to the future.



Looking back, the S65 is truly special in that not only was it "inspired" by motorsport, but it is also a base [engine] from which motorsports continue to borrow from to this day.



To me, that is an extraordinary legacy that we can all be proud of, and I will share my knowledge and findings below.

I hope this is something that not only E9X M3 owners can appreciate, but something the whole BMW enthusiast community can find excitement in as well.









The S65 engine (& its derivatives) continue to live on in various racing applications (including in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, etc.) by different teams in various cars/chassis, and in various configurations (displacements ranging from 3.6L~4.5L+).



I've compiled (an incomplete) encyclopedia on racing engines that use the S65 as a base engine.

Some of these you've probably never heard of while others (like the Z4 GT3) are quite familiar.

I also encourage fellow members to contribute more information regarding S65-based engines in racing applications. Enjoy





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Aquila CR1

Country of Origin: Denmark

Engine: BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Max Power: 480BHP/317TQ

Spec/Series: Palanga 1,000 km (Lithuania)

Manufacturer/Chassis: Aquila Racing Cars

Model: CR1

More info:

http://www.aquilaracingcars.com/cr1-features/

http://www.autoviva.com/aquila_racin.../version/37496

Media:









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Judd Engine Developments Ltd.

Quote: As a result of this research and in order to comply with the ACO’s homologation requirements the new engine will be based on a BMW 4,0 litre V8 engine. This engine has many distinct advantages over other available engines such as its low weight and high specific power output in road going form. Quote: The engine was introduced for the 2011 season, following the ACO’s decision to mandate production based engines for the LMP2 category. We chose the BMW S65 4,0 litre V8 as our base engine (fitted to the M3 at the time) as it was available, reasonably priced and had a high specific output in roadcar form. We sourced the cylinder block and heads from our local BMW dealer and set about converting the engine for racing use. Cars fitted with the HK engine won races & championships in the LMP2 category in Europe and Asia.

Engine: Judd (BMW) HK LMP2 3.6L V8

Description: Modified BMW S65 displacing 3.6L (3592cc or 3597cc)

Max Power: 500BHP

Max RPM: 10,000RPM

Applications (see below): Oreca 03 LMP2, Morgan Judd HK LMP2, Lotus T128 LMP2, Lola B11/40 Judd BMW, etc.

More Info:

http://www.engdev.com/2011-lmp2-engine-announcement-2/

http://www.engdev.com/engines/judd-hk-v8-lmp2/

https://www.engdev.com/3-wins-out-of...-judd-hk-lmp2/





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Race Performance Oreca 03 LMP2

Team/Country: Race Performance/Switzerland

Spec/Series: Le Mans Prototype

Manufacturer/Chassis: Oreca (France)

Model: 03 LMP2

Engine: Judd (BMW) HK LMP2 3.6L V8 (other engines used by other teams, such as the Nissan NISMO VK45DE 4.5L V8)

More Info:

http://www.supercars.net/cars/5057.html

http://www.racingsportscars.com/type.../Oreca/03.html

http://www.oreca.fr/en/technology-2/...oreca-03-lmp2/

Media:





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OAK Racing Morgan Judd LMP2

Team/Country: OAK Racing/France

Engine: Judd (BMW) HK LMP2 3.6L V8

Manufacturer/Chassis: Morgan Motor Co. (UK)

Model: Judd LMP2

Series/Spec: 2013 Asian Le Mans Series (Overall Winner 1st Place), 2014 Asian Le Mans Series (1 win), 2011-2012 24 Hours of Le Mans, 2012 World Endurance Championship, etc.

More Info:

Media:



http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/spec/...LMP2-Judd.html





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Lotus T128 LMP2

Team/Country: Lotus Praga/Czech Republic, Team Lotus/UK, etc.

Engine: Judd (BMW) HK LMP2 3.6L V8

Manufacturer/Chassis: Lotus (UK)

Model: T128 LMP2

Series/Spec: Le Mans Prototype, FIA World Endurance Championship

More Info:

http://www.roadandtrack.com/motorspo...pe-first-laps/

http://www.lotuscars.com/us/node/48545

http://inwww.carbuzz.com/news/2013/4...Track-7713733/

Media:









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Lola B11/40 Judd BMW

Team/Country: MG/UK, etc.

Engine: Judd (BMW) HK LMP2 3.6L V8

Manufacturer/Chassis: Lola Cars International (UK)

Model: B11/40

Series/Spec: Le Mans Prototype

More Info:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...0166436&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...0166436&type=3

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...0166436&type=3

http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/spec/...-Judd-BMW.html

http://www.racingsportscars.com/type...a/B11__40.html

http://www.lotuscars.com/us/news/rac...econd-lola-spa

Media:





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BMW Z4 GT3

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)

Engine until 2010 Season: BMW P65B40 4.0L (3999cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with dry-sump lubrication, see attachment)

Engine from 2011 Season: BMW P65B44 4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Unlike the flat-plane of the M3 GT, a cross-plane is used instead.

Engine Plant: BMW Foundry in Landshut

Max Power: 480BHP (P65B40), 535BHP (P65B44)

Max RPM: 8750RPM

Series/Spec: Numerous FIA GT series, including Nürburgring 24 Hours

More Info:

http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/en/cars/bmw-z4-gt3.html

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/race-cars.aspx

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-BMW-Engine-Codes.aspx

Media:

























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BMW Z4 GTE (BMW Z4 GTLM from 2014 season onwards)

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (70% based on Z4 GT3 with revised aerodynamics & air restrictor)

Engine until 2010 Season: BMW P65B40 4.0L (3999cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with dry-sump lubrication, see attachment) Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3; engine differences primarily related to air restrictor regulations

Engine from 2011 Season: BMW P65B44 4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3; engine differences primarily related to air restrictor regulations

Engine Plant: BMW Foundry in Landshut

Max Power: 475-480BHP (P65B40), 515BHP (P65B44)

Max RPM: approx. 9000RPM

Series/Spec: American Le Mans Series, TUDOR United SportsCar Championship

More Info:

http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/en/cars/bmw-z4-gtlm.html

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-BMW-Engine-Codes.aspx

http://nasportscar.com/gtlm-v-gtd-v-gt3/

Media:













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BMW Z4 GTD

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW / Turner Motorsport (Mostly identical to Z4 GT3 with modified aerodynamics and tire differences per class regulations). GTD is an acronym for the GT Daytona (GTD) class.

Engine: BMW P65B44 4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3

Engine Plant: BMW Foundry in Landshut

Max Power: 515BHP

Max RPM: approx. 9000RPM

Series/Spec: TUDOR GTD, including: GRAND-AM Rolex Series, American Le Mans Series, TUDOR United SportsCar Championship

More Info:

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/race-cars.aspx

http://nasportscar.com/gtlm-v-gtd-v-gt3/

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/t-BMW-Engine-Codes.aspx

Media:













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BMW M3 GT[2]

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)

Engine: BMW P65B40 4.0L V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with flat-plane crankshaft, dry-sump lubrication)

Max Power: 470+ HP

Max RPM: 8600 RPM

Series/Spec: GTE class (Predecessor to E89 Z4 GT_ above), American Le Mans Series (ALMS), VLN Endurance Racing Championship Nürburgring

More Info:

http://www.racecar-engineering.com/cars/bmw-m3-gt2/

https://www.motorsport.com/lemans/ne...3-gt2-preview/

Media:





















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BMW M3 GT4

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)

Engine: BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Max Power: 420HP

Max RPM: 8600RPM

Series/Spec: GT4 Series (including GT4 European Cup, Dutch GT4 Championship, GT4 Asia Challenge), SuperStars Series (Italy), 24 Hours Nürburgring, Spa-Francorchamps, etc.

More Info:

http://gt4series.com/cars/bmw-m3-gt4/

http://www.bmw-motorsport.com/dam/bm...F.download.pdf

Media:









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KMS Racing Engines

Country of Origin: The Netherlands

Engine: Modified BMW S65B40

Description: 4.5L~4.7L

Max Power: 520BHP~565BHP~600+BHP (depends on class)

Max RPM: 8500RPM (depends on class)

Applications: CS Racing (Denmark) M3, and other private teams.

Series/Spec: GT2, GT3, GT4, Spa-Francorchamps

More Info:

http://www.cs-racing.dk/index.php?op...id=12&Itemid=5

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-v8-s65-600hp.html

http://kmsracingengines.com/bmw-v8-s65-565hp.html

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-...14-season.html

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-...borg-park.html

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-...e-weekend.html

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-...en-norway.html

http://www.kmsracingengines.com/bmw-...ober-2013.html

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Superstars Series / EuroV8 M3 Touring Cars

Country of Origin: Italy

Engine: BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Description: 4.0L

Max Power: 480 cv (480 BHP) / 400 Nm (295 ft lb)

Max RPM: 8.300 giri (8,300 RPM)

Applications: Scuderia Giudici, Team BMW Italia, Team BMW Dinamic, others

Series/Spec: Superstars International Series / EuroV8 Series season

More Info:

http://www.superstarsworld.com/Super...-Homepage.aspx

http://www.superstarsworld.com/Super...--Drivers.aspx

http://www.superstarsworld.com/Super...eria%20Giudici

Media:













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BMW E46 M3 "GTR" S65 Race Car

Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW E46 M3 swapped/modified by MP Motorsport/JCAM in assoc. with Geoff Steel Racing (UK); (Not actual factory E46 M3 GTR)

Engine: BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Description: 4.0L (MoTeC M800 ECU)

Max Power: ???

Max RPM: ????

Series/Spec: Silverstone Britcar 24-Hour/24 Hours of Silverstone (2012 champion)

More Info:

http://www.motec.com/latestnews/britcar24hourwin/

http://www.racedatasystems.com/blog/...46-m3-gtr-s65/

http://www.geoffsteel.co.uk/achievem...racing-season/

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BMW i8 "GTR" Race Car

Country of Origin: Belgium

Manufacturer/Chassis: Hamofa Motorsport/Solution F silhouette

Engine: BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Description: 4.0L

Max Power: 540 HP

Max RPM: ????

Series/Spec:

More Info:

https://www.motor1.com/news/251519/bmw-i8-v8-race-car/

https://www.autosport.be/news/belcar...v8-motor.html/

Media:











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Istvan Kavecz's FIA WTCC-Spec E90 V8 Swapped Hill Climb Racecar

Country of Origin: Hungary

Engine: Modified BMW S65B40 4.0L V8

Description: 4.0L (with Arrow Precision connecting rods, Schrick camshafts, and CPS pistons)

Max Power: 540 HP

Max RPM: 9,500 RPM

Series/Spec: International Hillclimb: Cividale-Castelmonte 2017, Sternberk 2016, etc.

More Info:

https://www.racecarsdirect.com/Adver...bmw-e90-m3-s65

https://www.engineswapdepot.com/?p=21624

Media:







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Record of Revisions

11-20-2019: -Restored images from new host due to dead host. Removed dead links.

01-21-2019: -Updated additional Judd engine description from Judd website

10-12-2018: -Added Istvan Kavecz's Hill Climb S65 swapped WTCC E90

07-07-2018: -Added "i8 GTR" V8 racecar

05-17-2018: -Added two more videos comparing M3 street car vs M3 GT race car

05-07-2018: -Added M3 GT race car

01-30-2016: -Added video of Aquila CR1 track video.

01-27-2016: -Added video of Z4 GT3 driving impressions courtesy of Greek DRIVE Magazine.

08-29-2015: -Added 2012 Silverstone Britcar 24-Hour champion, the S65 swapped/powered E46 M3 "GTR" race car campaigned by MP Motorsport/JCAM.

-Added media of Turner Motorsport Z4 GT-race cars

08-08-2015: -Updated/added specs on Z4 GT-cars (P65B40) prior to 2011 season (attached FIA homologation sheets)

-Removed dead Youtube links

04-21-2015: -Updated with Z4 GTLM victory in the Tudor United SportsCar Championship (TUSC) at the Long Beach Grand Prix from Apr. 18, 2015

03-14-2015: -Updated with Superstars Series/EuroV8 Series M3 race cars

12-05-2014: -Updated with M3 GT4 & KMS Racing Engines The turbocharged M-cars certainly represent a transition (for better or worse) for BMW, and in particular BMW M.Although the N/A engines with their ITBs and melodic symphonies are a thing of the past, we can still honor and appreciate such masterpieces of engineering without drawing negativity to the future.Looking back, the S65 is truly special in that not only was it "inspired" by motorsport, but it is also a base [engine] from which motorsports continue to borrow from to this day.To me, that is an extraordinary legacy that we can all be proud of, and I will share my knowledge and findings below.I hope this is something that not only E9X M3 owners can appreciate, but something the whole BMW enthusiast community can find excitement in as well.The S65 engine (& its derivatives) continue to live on in various racing applications (including in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, etc.) by different teams in various cars/chassis, and in various configurations (displacements ranging from 3.6L~4.5L+).I've compiled (an incomplete) encyclopedia on racing engines that use the S65 as a base engine.Some of these you've probably never heard of while others (like the Z4 GT3) are quite familiar.I also encourage fellow members to contribute more information regarding S65-based engines in racing applications. Enjoy-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: DenmarkEngine:Max Power: 480BHP/317TQSpec/Series: Palanga 1,000 km (Lithuania)Manufacturer/Chassis: Aquila Racing CarsModel: CR1More info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: UKEngine:Description: Modified BMW S65 displacing 3.6L (3592cc or 3597cc)Max Power: 500BHPMax RPM: 10,000RPMApplications (see below): Oreca 03 LMP2, Morgan Judd HK LMP2, Lotus T128 LMP2, Lola B11/40 Judd BMW, etc.More Info:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Team/Country: Race Performance/SwitzerlandSpec/Series: Le Mans PrototypeManufacturer/Chassis: Oreca (France)Model: 03 LMP2Engine:(other engines used by other teams, such as the Nissan NISMO VK45DE 4.5L V8)More Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Team/Country: OAK Racing/FranceEngine:Manufacturer/Chassis: Morgan Motor Co. (UK)Model: Judd LMP2Series/Spec: 2013 Asian Le Mans Series (Overall Winner 1st Place), 2014 Asian Le Mans Series (1 win), 2011-2012 24 Hours of Le Mans, 2012 World Endurance Championship, etc.More Info: http://www.oak-racing.com/team-2/prize-list?lang=en Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Team/Country: Lotus Praga/Czech Republic, Team Lotus/UK, etc.Engine:Manufacturer/Chassis: Lotus (UK)Model: T128 LMP2Series/Spec: Le Mans Prototype, FIA World Endurance ChampionshipMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Team/Country: MG/UK, etc.Engine:Manufacturer/Chassis: Lola Cars International (UK)Model: B11/40Series/Spec: Le Mans PrototypeMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)Engine until 2010 Season:4.0L (3999cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with dry-sump lubrication, see attachment)Engine from 2011 Season:4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Unlike the flat-plane of the M3 GT, a cross-plane is used instead.Engine Plant: BMW Foundry in LandshutMax Power: 480BHP (P65B40), 535BHP (P65B44)Max RPM: 8750RPMSeries/Spec: Numerous FIA GT series, including Nürburgring 24 HoursMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (70% based on Z4 GT3 with revised aerodynamics & air restrictor)Engine until 2010 Season:4.0L (3999cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with dry-sump lubrication, see attachment) Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3; engine differences primarily related to air restrictor regulationsEngine from 2011 Season:4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3; engine differences primarily related to air restrictor regulationsEngine Plant: BMW Foundry in LandshutMax Power: 475-480BHP (P65B40), 515BHP (P65B44)Max RPM: approx. 9000RPMSeries/Spec: American Le Mans Series, TUDOR United SportsCar ChampionshipMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW / Turner Motorsport (Mostly identical to Z4 GT3 with modified aerodynamics and tire differences per class regulations). GTD is an acronym for the GT Daytona (GTD) class.Engine:4.4L (4361cc) V8 (Motorsport engine based on S65B44 from M3 GTS; dry-sump lubrication). Mostly identical to engine used in Z4 GT3Engine Plant: BMW Foundry in LandshutMax Power: 515BHPMax RPM: approx. 9000RPMSeries/Spec: TUDOR GTD, including: GRAND-AM Rolex Series, American Le Mans Series, TUDOR United SportsCar ChampionshipMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)Engine:(Motorsport engine based on S65B40 from E9X M3; same basic engine block but with flat-plane crankshaft, dry-sump lubrication)Max Power: 470+ HPMax RPM: 8600 RPMSeries/Spec: GTE class (Predecessor to E89 Z4 GT_ above), American Le Mans Series (ALMS), VLN Endurance Racing Championship NürburgringMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW (Germany)Engine:Max Power: 420HPMax RPM: 8600RPMSeries/Spec: GT4 Series (including GT4 European Cup, Dutch GT4 Championship, GT4 Asia Challenge), SuperStars Series (Italy), 24 Hours Nürburgring, Spa-Francorchamps, etc.More Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: The NetherlandsEngine: ModifiedDescription: 4.5L~4.7LMax Power: 520BHP~565BHP~600+BHP (depends on class)Max RPM: 8500RPM (depends on class)Applications: CS Racing (Denmark) M3, and other private teams.Series/Spec: GT2, GT3, GT4, Spa-FrancorchampsMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: ItalyEngine:Description: 4.0LMax Power: 480 cv (480 BHP) / 400 Nm (295 ft lb)Max RPM: 8.300 giri (8,300 RPM)Applications: Scuderia Giudici, Team BMW Italia, Team BMW Dinamic, othersSeries/Spec: Superstars International Series / EuroV8 Series seasonMore Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer/Chassis: BMW E46 M3 swapped/modified by MP Motorsport/JCAM in assoc. with Geoff Steel Racing (UK); (Not actual factory E46 M3 GTR)Engine:Description: 4.0L (MoTeC M800 ECU)Max Power: ???Max RPM: ????Series/Spec: Silverstone Britcar 24-Hour/24 Hours of Silverstone (2012 champion)More Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: BelgiumManufacturer/Chassis: Hamofa Motorsport/Solution F silhouetteEngine:Description: 4.0LMax Power: 540 HPMax RPM: ????Series/Spec: Belcar Series More Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Country of Origin: HungaryEngine: ModifiedDescription: 4.0L (with Arrow Precision connecting rods, Schrick camshafts, and CPS pistons)Max Power: 540 HPMax RPM: 9,500 RPMSeries/Spec: International Hillclimb: Cividale-Castelmonte 2017, Sternberk 2016, etc.More Info:Media:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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