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BMW 3.0 CSL

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 CSL
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3003 ccm (183.24 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3003 ccm (183.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power200.4 PS (147 kW or 198 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque272.00 Nm (27.7 kgf-m or 200.6 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.3 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.5 seconds
0-60 miles7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1580 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3970 litres (1,049 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1270 kg (2,799.9 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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