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BMW 316

General information

ModelBMW 316
Year1980
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating65.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1573 ccm (95.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1573 ccm (95.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque124 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke84.0 x 71.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-60 miles12.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0841 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1070 kg (2,358.9 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)
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