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BMW 320

General information

ModelBMW 320
Year1975
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.2 PS (82 kW or 110 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque157.00 Nm (16.0 kgf-m or 115.8 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression8.1:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0996 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space370 litres (98 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1120 kg (2,469.2 pounds)
Overall length4360 mm (171.7 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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