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BMW 3.0 CS

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 CS
Year1971
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power182.50 PS (134 kW or 180 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque255.00 Nm (26.0 kgf-m or 188.1 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
0-60 miles8.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1328 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1380 kg (3,042.4 pounds)
Overall length4740 mm (186.6 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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