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BMW E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) Spec

(1985 - ) Years Technical Specifications

With 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 7.2 seconds, a maximum top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h), a curb weight of 2789 lbs (1265 kgs), the E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) has a naturally-aspirated In-line 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor, with the engine code M69.
This engine produces a maximum power of 197 PS (194 bhp - 145 kW) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 284 Nm (209 lb.ft) at 4300 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the E30 3 Series has Double joint spring strut(McPherson) axle front suspension and Independent suspension on semi-trailing arms and spring struts with coil springs rear suspension. Stock tire sizes are 195 / 50 on 16 inch rims at the front, and 195 / 50 on 16 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The E30 3 Series model is a Sedan car manufactured by BMW, with 2 doors and 5 seats, sold new from year 1985.

BMW E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	I 6

Engine Code :	M69

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection

Lubrication :	Wet sump

Coolant :	Water

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	3205 cm3 or 195.6 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	89 x 86 mm 3.5 x 3.39 inches

Number of valves :	12 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	9

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	197 PS or 194 bhp or 145 kW @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque :	284 Nm or 209 lb.ft @ 4300 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio: 2.93


BMW E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	- L/100km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Extra Urban:	- L/100km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	- L/100km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	64 L 14.1 UK gallons 16.9 US gallons

CO2 emissions :

BMW E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) Performance

Top Speed :	250 km/h or 155 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	7.2 s

Acceleration 0 to 1000m :	28.1 s

BMW E30 3 Series 333i (South Africa) Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Sedan

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	257 cm or 101.18 inches

Length :	432 cm or 170.08 inches

Width :	164 cm or 64.57 inches

Height :	138 cm or 54.33 inches

Front Axle :	142.1 cm or 55.94 inches

Rear Axle :	142.9 cm or 56.26 inches

Num. of Seats :	5

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.35

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (- mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	195/50 R16

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	195/50 R16

Front Wheels Width :	7"

Rear Wheels Width :	7"

Curb Weight :	1265 kg OR 2789 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	6.4 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	425 L

Steering :	Rack and pinion.

Front Suspension :	Double joint spring strut(McPherson) axle

Rear Suspension :	Independent suspension on semi-trailing arms and spring struts with coil springs