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BMW 728

General information

ModelBMW 728
Year1977
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.00 Nm (24.0 kgf-m or 173.3 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 80.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
0-60 miles9.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1127 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1536 kg (3,386.3 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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