BMW 3.0 CSL Batmobile
Performance0-60mph:7.5secs
Top speed:139mph
Power:200bhp
Torque:200lb/ft
MPG:21mpg
EngineConfiguration:in-line six
Aspiration:normal
Fuel:petrol
Fuel delivery:electronic fuel injection
ChassisSuspension Front: Independent, MacPherson struts, coil spring
Suspension Rear: Independent, semi-trailing arms, coil springs
Drivetrain: front-engine RWD
Steering: worm and roller
Bodyframe: metal monocoque
Transmission: Four-speed manual
DimensionsLength: 4630mm
Wheelbase: 2625mm
Width: 1730mm
Height: 1370mm
Weight: 1270kgs
OverviewAlthough outwardly similar to the outgoing 2800, the 1971 3.0CS was a major step forwards thanks to an uprated chassis and braking set-up first seen in the saloon range. The excellent roadholding of the former model was easily surpassed, and unlike the smaller cars in the range, snap-oversteer was rare. The fuel injected CSi passed the 200bhp mark, making it a paid-up member of the performance car elite, with a top speed of 135mph and 0-60mph time of less than eight seconds. Still considered by many to be the most desirable BMW coupé of them all.
Top speed:139mph
Power:200bhp
Torque:200lb/ft
MPG:21mpg
EngineConfiguration:in-line six
Aspiration:normal
Fuel:petrol
Fuel delivery:electronic fuel injection
ChassisSuspension Front: Independent, MacPherson struts, coil spring
Suspension Rear: Independent, semi-trailing arms, coil springs
Drivetrain: front-engine RWD
Steering: worm and roller
Bodyframe: metal monocoque
Transmission: Four-speed manual
DimensionsLength: 4630mm
Wheelbase: 2625mm
Width: 1730mm
Height: 1370mm
Weight: 1270kgs
OverviewAlthough outwardly similar to the outgoing 2800, the 1971 3.0CS was a major step forwards thanks to an uprated chassis and braking set-up first seen in the saloon range. The excellent roadholding of the former model was easily surpassed, and unlike the smaller cars in the range, snap-oversteer was rare. The fuel injected CSi passed the 200bhp mark, making it a paid-up member of the performance car elite, with a top speed of 135mph and 0-60mph time of less than eight seconds. Still considered by many to be the most desirable BMW coupé of them all.
