BMW 6 series 1976 3.5 petrol description
Coupe BMW 635 CSi has been produced from July, 1978 to August, 1982. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 6 sērija 1976 - 1982 version and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 320 000 to 540 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW 6 series 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 635 CSi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox.
BMW 635 CSi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 214 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 635 CSi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 6 sērija 1976 - 1982 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 635 CSi technical data
| Model: | BMW 635 CSi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1978. July ... 1982. August | ||
| Engine: | 3453 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 214 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.76m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.36m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1850 kg | ||
BMW 635 CSi engine M30B35
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 320,000 to 540,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 3453 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 93.4 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 635 CSi oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 218 HP ON 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1968 |
| Duration of production | 24 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
All BMW 6 series coupe [1976 - 1982] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 628 CSi Oct 1979 — Aug 1982 | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 628 CSi Oct 1979 — Aug 1982 | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic |
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BMW 630 CS
Jan 1976 — Dec 1979 Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 630 CS Jan 1976 — Dec 1979 | 3.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 12.4 l/100km | Automatic |
| BMW 633 CSi Jul 1976 — Aug 1982 | 3.2 Petrol | 197 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 633 CSi Jul 1976 — Aug 1982 | 3.2 Petrol | 197 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic |
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BMW 635 CSi
Jul 1978 — Aug 1982 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 635 CSi
Jul 1978 — Aug 1982 Most powerfull version (218 HP) |
3.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic |