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BMW 745i

General information

ModelBMW 745i
Year1981
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3430 ccm (209.30 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3430 ccm (209.30 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power255.50 PS (188 kW or 252 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque380.00 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.3 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 86.0 mm (3.6 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-60 miles7.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1607 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1590 kg (3,505.3 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)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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