BMW E21 323i (1978-1982)

ManufacturerBMW
TypeCoupe
ModelE21 323i (1978-1982)
Series3 Series (E21)
Power106,6 kW (143 hp)
Engine TypeGasoline (petrol)
Max Speed124,9 mph (201 km/h)
Fuel Consumption3,4 gal (12.8 Liters)
Years Made1978-1982
Engine ModelM20B23
Fuel TypeGasoline (petrol)
CombustionMulti-point injection
Number of Cylinders6
No of Valves per Cylinder2
Cylinders PositionInline
ValvetrainBosch K-Jetronic
Position of EngineFront
Horsepower106,6 kW (143 hp)
Rated Power5400 RPM
Net Torque140,1 ft-lbs (190 N-m)
Displacement139,8 cu in (2291 cm3)
Bore3,1 in (8,0 cm)
Stroke3,0 in (7,6 cm)
Compression Ratio9:5
Fuel Tank Capacity15,3 gal (58 L)
Coupe TypeCoupe
Wheel DriveRear
Steering TypeSteering rack
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Number of Gear (Manual)5
Number of Gear (Auto)4
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Front SuspensionMcPherson
Rear SuspensionMulti-link independent
No of Doors2
No of Seats5
Maximum Speed124,9 mph (201 km/h)
0-100 km/h Acceleration8.3 sec
Fuel Consumption (economy: urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km3,4 gal (12.8 Liters)
Fuel Consumption (economy: extra urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km1,8 gal (6.8 Liters)
Fuel Consumption (economy: combined) 26.5 miles / 100 km2,4 gal (9.1 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
Wheel Rims Size5 1/2JX13 H2 – B
Minimum Turning Circle10.4 m
Shipping Weight2447,1 lbs (1110 kg)
Operating Weight3461,3 lbs (1570 kg)