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BMW 700 Cabriolet 1964

General information

ModelBMW 700 Cabriolet
Year1964
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size696 ccm (42.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement696 ccm (42.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeBoxer, 2 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque52.00 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 73.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0591 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3140 litres (830 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight660 kg (1,455.1 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 capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions216.0 g/km
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