BMW 6 series 1976 2.8 petrol description
Coupe BMW 628 CSi has been produced from October, 1979 to August, 1982. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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, it has no turbine. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 6 series 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
BMW 628 CSi has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox.
BMW 628 CSi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 628 CSi fuel consumption 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 628 CSi technical data
Model: | BMW 628 CSi | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1979. October ... 1982. August | ||
Engine: | 2788 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 184 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 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 628 CSi engine M30B28
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2788 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 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 628 CSi oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
Power | 165 - 185 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 - 240 NM ON 4200 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 |
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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 |
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 |
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) |
BMW 635 CSi
Jul 1978 — Aug 1982 Most powerfull version (218 HP) |
3.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic |