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BMW 332 Cabriolet

General information

ModelBMW 332 Cabriolet
Year1996
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3201 ccm (195.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3201 ccm (195.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power327.2 PS (241 kW or 323 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque350.00 Nm (35.7 kgf-m or 258.2 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression11.3:1
Bore x stroke86.4 x 91.0 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2099 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1560 kg (3,439.2 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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