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BMW 3200CS Coupe

General information

ModelBMW 3200CS Coupe
Year1962
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3169 ccm (193.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3169 ccm (193.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1081 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3140 litres (830 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 267 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4390 mm (172.8 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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