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BMW 3.0 S

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 S
Year1971
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque254.00 Nm (25.9 kgf-m or 187.4 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.1:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed204.0 km/h (126.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
0-50 miles5.3 seconds
0-60 miles8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1249 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1380 kg (3,042.4 pounds)
Overall length4720 mm (185.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 inches)
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