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BMW 323i

General information

ModelBMW 323i
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2315 ccm (141.26 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.44 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving6.9 litres/100 km (34.04 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving8.2 litres/100 km (28.69 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2315 ccm (141.26 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power150.10 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque205.00 Nm (20.9 kgf-m or 151.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 76.8 mm (3.1 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
0-50 miles5.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1332 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Optional cargo space1100 litres (291 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1127 kg (2,484.6 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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