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BMW 1600 Cabriolet

General information

ModelBMW 1600 Cabriolet
Year1969
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power99.40 PS (73 kW or 98 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque160.00 Nm (16.3 kgf-m or 118.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1004 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3970 litres (1,049 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (378.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight996 kg (2,195.8 pounds)
Overall length4240 mm (166.9 inches)
Overall width1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity46.0 litres (12.15 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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