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BMW Z3 Roadster V8

General information

ModelBMW Z3 Roadster V8
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3245 ccm (198.01 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3245 ccm (198.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power333.00 PS (245 kW or 328 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque350.00 Nm (35.7 kgf-m or 258.2 ft.lbs)
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke86.4 x 89.7 mm (3.4 x 3.5 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed265.0 km/h (164.7 mph)
0-60 miles5.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1593 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS). ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight2094 kg (4,616.5 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
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