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BMW 325

General information

ModelBMW 325
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
Transmission4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power173.40 PS (128 kW or 171 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque222.00 Nm (22.6 kgf-m or 163.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1528 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1135 kg (2,502.2 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 capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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