I learned stick on an e36 but that was the only time i've driven an e36. I've only been a passenger in one since and I can say it's:
-not as stiff as e46
-not as fast
-never cornered e36 hard but does feel mobile

I'm comparing a e36 318i and 328i experiences to an e46 M3 though so....

I like e36 though, esp 4-door M3s