Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » BMW » BMW Z3

BMW Z3 2.8

General information

ModelBMW Z3 2.8
Year1996
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2793 ccm (170.43 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2793 ccm (170.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power187.00 PS (138 kW or 184 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque275.00 Nm (28.0 kgf-m or 202.8 ft.lbs) at 3950 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 84.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1436 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1302 kg (2,870.4 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity51.0 litres (13.47 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Light a Candle