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BMW 730

General information

ModelBMW 730
Year1978
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power187.60 PS (138 kW or 185 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1242 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5040 litres (1,332 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1510 kg (3,329.0 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2810 mm (110.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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