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BMW 530

General information

ModelBMW 530
Year1977
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power179.50 PS (132 kW or 177 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque256 Nm (26.1 kgf-m or 188.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
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 speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1310 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1370 kg (3,020.3 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)
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