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BMW Z1

General information

ModelBMW Z1
Year1986
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power173.40 PS (128 kW or 171 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque222.00 Nm (22.6 kgf-m or 163.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-60 miles7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1737 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (397.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight998 kg (2,200.2 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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