BMW 6 series 1976 3.0 petrol description
Coupe BMW 630 CS has been produced from January, 1976 to December, 1979. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 185 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 255 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine may have fuel injection system or carburetor without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 290 000 to 490 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 6 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 630 CS has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox.
BMW 630 CS accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 202 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 630 CS in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.4 litres per 100km (8.1 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 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 630 CS technical data
| Model: | BMW 630 CS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1976. January ... 1979. December | ||
| Engine: | 2986 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 185 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 255 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 202 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.4 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.76m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.36m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 415 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1830 kg | ||
BMW 630 CS engine M30B30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2986 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80 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 | Carburettor or injector |
| BMW 630 CS oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 180 - 200 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 - 275 NM ON 3500 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 |