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BMW 3.0 Si

General information

ModelBMW 3.0 Si
Year1974
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 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 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
0-50 miles5.9 seconds
0-60 miles7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1415 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1433 kg (3,159.2 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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