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BMW M Coupe 1998

General information

ModelBMW M Coupe
Year1998
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3246 ccm (198.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3246 ccm (198.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power333.00 PS (245 kW or 328 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque340.00 Nm (34.7 kgf-m or 250.8 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke86.5 x 91.0 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.4 seconds
0-60 miles5.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2297 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity51.0 litres (13.47 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD41860
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