BMW E21 318i (1979-1982)

ManufacturerBMW
TypeCoupe
ModelE21 318i (1979-1982)
Series3 Series (E21)
Power78,3 kW (105 hp)
Engine TypeGasoline (petrol)
Max Speed107,5 mph (173 km/h)
Fuel Consumption2,7 gal (10.4 Liters)
Years Made1979-1982
Engine ModelM10B18
Fuel TypeGasoline (petrol)
CombustionCarburettor
Number of Cylinders4
No of Valves per Cylinder2
Cylinders PositionInline
ValvetrainOHC
Position of EngineFront
Horsepower78,3 kW (105 hp)
Rated Power5800 RPM
Net Torque106,9 ft-lbs (145 N-m)
Torque Measured4500 RPM
Displacement107,8 cu in (1766 cm3)
Bore3,3 in (8,4 cm)
Stroke2,8 in (7,2 cm)
Compression Ratio9:7
Fuel Tank Capacity15,3 gal (58 L)
Coupe TypeCoupe
Wheel DriveRear
Steering TypeSteering rack
Number of Gear (Manual)5
Number of Gear (Auto)5
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
No of Doors2
No of Seats5
Maximum Speed107,5 mph (173 km/h)
0-100 km/h Acceleration11.5 sec
Fuel Consumption (economy: urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km2,7 gal (10.4 Liters)
Fuel Consumption (economy: extra urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km1,7 gal (6.3 Liters)
Fuel Consumption (economy: combined) 26.5 miles / 100 km2,2 gal (8.4 Liters)
Length171,5 in (435,5 cm)
Width63,4 in (161,0 cm)
Height53,5 in (136,0 cm)
Wheelbase99,8 in (253,6 cm)
Front Track53,8 in (136,6 cm)
Rear Track53,8 in (136,7 cm)
Ground Clearance5,7 in (14,5 cm)
Tire Size165SR13, 185/70SR/HR13
Minimum Turning Circle10.4 m
Shipping Weight2270,8 lbs (1030 kg)