BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978 Specifications, Review and Tests

Body type
Notchback
Doors
2
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel (RWD)
Gearbox type
Manual gearbox
Engine type
Internal combustion engine (Otto)
Power (KW / HP)
66 / 90
Displacement (ccm)
1573
Fuel type
Normal

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GENERAL BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Brand BMW
Range 3 Series
Generation E21
Model series 3 Series (E21) Sedan/Saloon (1975 - 1979)
Engine version 316
Engine subversion (4 speed)
Car body type Notchback
Number of seats 5
Number of doors 2
Engine type Internal combustion engine (Otto)
Gearbox type Manual gearbox
Drivetrain type Rear-wheel (RWD)
Model launch date 08.1978
Model end date 08.1979
PERFORMANCE BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Maximum power (kW) 66
Maximum power (HP) 90
Acceleration (s) 13,8
Top speed (km/h) 160
FUEL ECONOMY / CONSUMPTION BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Fuel type Normal
Gas / fuel tank size 58,0 l
EMISSIONS
Emission category without CAT
ENGINE BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Torque 123
Number of gears 4
Installation position / engine type Front engine / Series
Number of cylinders 4
Fuel injection type Carburettor
Number of valves 2
Engine size / displacement (ccm) 1573
Power / torque 66 kW (90 HP) / 123 Nm
Power (KW) 66
Power (HP) 90
Engine size / displacement (ccm) 1573 ccm
Maximum power at rpm. 6000 RPM
Maximum torque at rpm. 4000 RPM
TRANSMISSION BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Drivetrain type Rear-wheel (RWD)
Gearbox type Manual gearbox
Number of gears 4
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITY BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Length (mm) 4355
Width (mm) 1610
Height (mm) 1380
Wheelbase (mm) 2563
Turning circle (m) 10,3 m
TRUNK DIMENSIONS / CAPACITY
Trunk / boot space (litres) 404
WEIGHTS
Curb (kerb) weight (kg) 1020
Gross weight (kg) 1440
Payload weight / capacity (kg) 420
Roof load capacity 75 kg
TOWING
Towing capacity / weight (braked 12%) 1200 kg
Towing capacity / weight (unbraked) 500 kg
BODY AND CHASSIS BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Body type Notchback
Number of doors 2
Number of seats (normal) 5
SUSPENSIONS
Front suspension Screw
Rear suspension Screw
BRAKES
Front brake Disc
Rear brake Drum
TIRES
Tire (tyre) size 165R13S
EQUIPMENT BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
SAFETY AND ASSISTANCE
3-point belt rear center Series (included)
INTERIOR
Radio Optional (extra charge)
Rear headrests Optional (extra charge)
EXTERIOR
Fog lights Optional (extra charge)
Alloy wheels Optional (extra charge)
Metallic paint Optional (extra charge)
WARRANTY BMW 316 (4 speed) 1978
Car warranty None
Paint warranty None
Rust warranty 6 years

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