General information |
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| Model | BMW 700 Coupe |
| Year | 1959 |
| Category | Large/luxury cars |
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Main features, safety and ecconomy |
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| Engine size | 695 ccm (42.41 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Fuel mixed driving | 8.1 litres/100 km (29.04 miles per gallon) |
| Seats | 4 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
| Airbags | 6 |
Engine and transmission |
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| Engine location | Rear |
| Displacement | 695 ccm (42.41 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Boxer, 2 cylinder |
| Max power | 40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 50.00 Nm (5.1 kgf-m or 36.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 78.0 x 73.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration |
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| Top speed | 126.0 km/h (78.3 mph) |
| 0-60 miles | 23.4 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0644 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior |
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| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 5010 litres (1,324 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires |
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| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight |
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| Weight | 630 kg (1,388.9 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3540 mm (139.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 1490 mm (58.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1260 mm (49.6 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2130 mm (83.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 31.0 litres (8.19 gallons) |
Other specifications |
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| Country of origin | Germany |
| CO2 emissions | 216.0 g/km |
