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BMW M1

General information

ModelBMW M1
Year1978
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power276.80 PS (204 kW or 273 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque330.00 Nm (33.6 kgf-m or 243.4 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke93.5 x 84.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemDry sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.9 seconds
0-50 miles4.5 seconds
0-60 miles5.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2129 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 297 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4370 mm (172.0 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1140 mm (44.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity116.0 litres (30.65 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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