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BMW 3.0 CSi

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 CSi
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.7 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 power203.5 PS (150 kW or 201 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-60 miles7.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1483 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1374 kg (3,029.2 pounds)
Overall length4660 mm (183.5 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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