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BMW 328

General information

ModelBMW 328
Year1937
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1970 ccm (120.21 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1970 ccm (120.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power81.10 PS (60 kW or 80 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 96.0 mm (26.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
0-50 miles6.9 seconds
0-60 miles10.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0977 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight830 kg (1,829.8 pounds)
Overall length3910 mm (153.9 inches)
Overall width1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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