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BMW 316

General information

ModelBMW 316
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 72.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0779 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight1310 kg (2,888.1 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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