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BMW 700 Coupe

General information

ModelBMW 700 Coupe
Year1959
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size695 ccm (42.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.1 litres/100 km (29.04 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement695 ccm (42.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 2 cylinder
Max power40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque50.00 Nm (5.1 kgf-m or 36.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 73.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed126.0 km/h (78.3 mph)
0-60 miles23.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0644 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight630 kg (1,388.9 pounds)
Overall length3540 mm (139.4 inches)
Overall width1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall height1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2130 mm (83.9 inches)
Fuel capacity31.0 litres (8.19 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions216.0 g/km
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