BMW 324d (E30)

BMW 3 series 1983 2.4 diesel description

Sedan BMW 324d has been produced from October, 1985 to January, 1991. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 86 horsepower on 4600 rpm and torque 152 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW 3 series 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

BMW 324d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 324d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 165 km/h.

BMW 324d fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 3 sērija 1983 - 1991 version, city fuel economy - 8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.