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BMW 628 CSi

General information

ModelBMW 628 CSi
Year1979
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
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power183.50 PS (135 kW or 181 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke86.1 x 80.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1248 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4520 litres (1,194 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 280 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 280 mm
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 pounds)
Overall length4760 mm (187.4 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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