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BMW Z3 Coupe

General information

ModelBMW Z3 Coupe
Year1998
Rating76.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2793 ccm (170.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2793 ccm (170.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power193.7 PS (142 kW or 191 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 3950 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke84.1 x 84.1 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1329 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space4250 litres (1,123 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1460 kg (3,218.7 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
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