BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) Specs

BMW LogoBMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) has been in production since 1978 - 1982. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 2.3L liters, engines produces a power of 143 Hp. Fuel consumption of BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) is 12.8 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4355x1610x1380 mm, and the weight is from 1110 kg.

BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) 1978 - 1982
BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) 1978 - 1982
BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) 1978 - 1982
BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) 1978 - 1982
BMW 3 Series (E21) 323i (143 Hp) 1978 - 1982


General data

Generation3 Series (E21)
Modification323i (143 Hp)
Start of production1978 year
End of production1982 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM20

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban12.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban7.8 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)9.5 sec
Maximum speed190 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio7.8 kg/Hp, 128.8 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power143 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power per litre61.7 Hp/l
Torque190 Nm @ 4500 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement2316 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore80 mm
Piston Stroke76.8 mm
Compression ratio9.5
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity4.0 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)4
Front suspensionMcPherson
Rear suspensionMulti-link independent
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Tires size185/70 R13
Wheel rims sizeR13

Dimensions

Length4355 mm
Width1610 mm
Height1380 mm
Wheelbase2563 mm
Front track1366 mm
Rear (Back) track1373 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)9.5 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1110 kg
Max. weight1540 kg
Max load430 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum404 l
Fuel tank capacity58 l