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BMW 3.0 Si

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 Si
Year1971
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.7 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 power202.80 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed206.0 km/h (128.0 mph)
0-50 miles7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1470 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

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)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)
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