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BMW 728i

General information

ModelBMW 728i
Year1979
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2788 ccm (170.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power184.2 PS (135 kW or 182 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 80.0 mm (3.4 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)
0-60 miles9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1255 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 280 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 280 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity100.0 litres (26.42 gallons)
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