BMW 2000

BMW 2000

The BMW New Class (German: Neue Klasse) was a line of sedans and coupes produced by German automaker BMW between 1962 and 1972. These models ensured BMW's solvency after the company's financial crisis of the 1950s and established the identity of BMW automobiles as sports sedans.

The first New Class vehicle was the 1500, a 4-door compact executive car with the new M10 (at the time called M115) OHC 4-cylinder engine. In 1965, the 2000 C and 2000 CS luxury coupés were added to the range.

Replacement of the New Class models began with the larger 2000 C and 2000 CS coupés, which were replaced by the 6-cylinder E9 2800 CS in 1969. In 1972, the 4-door sedans were replaced by the larger E12 5 Series.

The New Class coupes introduced the Hofmeister kink, which has been used on most BMW cars since. Another legacy of the New Class is the iconic 02 Series, which are a shortened version of the New Class sedans.

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General Data

Make
BMW
Model
2000
Production / Sales Year(s)
1966 - 1972
Country of origin
Germany

Body work and dimensions

Body type
Saloon
Doors
4
Number of seats
5
Length CM
450
Length in
177.17
Width CM
171
Width in
67.32
Height CM
144.5
Height in
56.89
Wheelbase CM
255
Wheelbase in
100.39
Curb Weight KG (EU)
1130
Curb Weight LBS (EU)
2491

Engine

Engine Type
in-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Displacement (cc)
1990
Engine Displacement (cui)
121
Engine (l)
2.0
Engine HP
99
Engine PS
100
Engine KW
74
@RPM
5500
Engine Max Torque (NM)
157
Engine Max Torque (Lb-Ft)
116
Engine Max Torque (kgf-m)
16.01
Engine Max Torque RPM
3000
Fueltype
Gasoline
Fuel system
Carburator
Charge system
Naturally aspirated
Unless noted otherwise, DIN rated horsepower and torque is given.

Transmission

Transmission Type
Manual
Number of gears
4

Chassis

Engine position
Front
Drive Train
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity Liter
55

Performance (Factory Claim)

Top Speed Km/h
168
Top Speed MP/H
104
Acceleration 0-100 km/h | 0-62 Mph in sec.
12.4

Brakes and suspension

Front Brakes
Disks
Rear Brakes
Drums
Front Suspension
Coil Springs
Rear Suspension
Coil Springs
Standard Tire Size
165R14S

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Technical Specifications
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Text Source
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Last modified
01/07/2023

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