NationMaster - Encyclopedia: BMW New Class

The BMW New Class was a line of compact sedans launched with the 1962 1500. The four-cyclinder BMW M10 engine used in these cars grew over the years from 1.5 to 1.6, 1.8, and 2.0 L with the names changing to reflect this. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1024x768, 542 KB) Beschreibung Beschreibung: BMW E114 Quelle: selbst fotografiert Fotograf: Sven Storbeck Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: User:The shaggy one BMW New Class User:IRT.BMT.IND User:Stollery User:Gurklurk User:NIRVANA2764 Portal... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1024x768, 542 KB) Beschreibung Beschreibung: BMW E114 Quelle: selbst fotografiert Fotograf: Sven Storbeck Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: User:The shaggy one BMW New Class User:IRT.BMT.IND User:Stollery User:Gurklurk User:NIRVANA2764 Portal... BMW AG (an abbreviation of Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, or in English, Bavarian Motor Works), is a German company and manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles. ... A Ford Taurus, a recognizable sedan. ... 1962 (MCMLXII) was a common year starting on Monday (link will take you to calendar). ... The BMW M10/M12 was an I4 piston engine produced from 1961 to 1987. ...

The New Class models featured a fully independent suspension with MacPherson struts in front and front disc brakes. An Independent Suspension is an automobile suspension system that allows the wheels on an axle to move independent of each other. ... A simple MacPherson strut suspension on the left front wheel of a rear-wheel drive vehicle. ...

The sedan models (with numbers ending in "0") were replaced by the larger BMW 5 Series in 1972. The '02 series is not part of the New Class. The upscale 2000C and 2000CS coupes were replaced by the six-cylinder BMW E9 coupes, introduced in 1969 with the 2800CS. The BMW 5 Series is a series of midsize luxury cars manufactured by BMW in Germany. ... 1972 (MCMLXXII) was a leap year starting on Saturday (the link is to a full 1972 calendar). ... BMW 3. ...

Although they shared mechanicals such as engines, gearboxes, and differentials, the four-door New Class models shared little else in terms of parts and design with the two-door models.

1500 (4 door)

Introduced in September 1961 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the 1500 was produced from 1962 through 1966. In 1963, the nearly bankrupt BMW was able to pay its first dividend in 20 years due to increased sales thanks to the popularity of the 1500. It was replaced in 1964 by the 1600, but it was still made available in a few markets where higher capacity engines meant increased taxation. It was able to achieve 80 hp (59 kW). The International Motor Show or Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) is the worlds largest motor show. ... 1966 (MCMLXVI) was a common year starting on Saturday (the link is to a full 1966 calendar). ...

1800 (4 door)

The 1800 was the second member of the New Class family, introduced in 1963 with a 90 hp (66 kW) 1.8 L engine. An 1800TI ('touring international') model featured components developed for the 1800 by the tuning company Alpina. The upgrades included dual Solex PHH side-draft carburetors and higher-compression pistons for 110 hp (81 kW). A racing 1800TI/SA was introduced in 1964 with dual Weber DCOE-45 carburetors (along with various engine modifications) with 130 hp (96 kW). 200 examples of the TI/SA were built. 1963 (MCMLXIII) was a common year starting on Tuesday (the link is to a full 1963 calendar). ... Solex was a French manufacturer of carburetors and powered bicycles. ... The carbureter (American spelling, a. ... Weber is a surname of German origin, derived from the noun meaning weaver. The German pronunciation is best represented in English orthography as VAYBr, while in English it is more likely to be pronounced WEBBr or WAYBr. In some cases, following migration to English-speaking countries, it...

An automatic transmission option was introduced in 1966 and in 1967 the 1800 was generally updated along with the 2000. The updates included interior changes (a modernized dashboard design and simpler door panels) as well as styling changes to the front grilles.

1600 (4 door)

The 1600, introduced in 1964, used the pistons from the 1800 to enlarge the 1500's engine to 1.6 L (1573 cc) and 85 hp (63 kW). It replaced that smaller model in 1964 and was produced through 1968. 1968 (MCMLXVIII) was a leap year starting on Monday (the link is to a full 1968 calendar). ...

1600 (2 door)

The 1600-2 or 1602 appeared in 1966 and was sold through 1975. Power output was up to 96 hp (71 kW) gross with 91 ft·lbf (123 N·m) of torque. Road & Track was impressed by the 1968 1602 coupe, calling it "a great automobile at the price", which was $2676. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1024x768, 560 KB) Beschreibung Beschreibung: BMW E114 Quelle: selbst fotografiert Fotograf: Sven Storbeck Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: BMW New Class Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1024x768, 560 KB) Beschreibung Beschreibung: BMW E114 Quelle: selbst fotografiert Fotograf: Sven Storbeck Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: BMW New Class Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used... Road & Track is an automobile enthusiast magazine in the United States, founded by two friends in 1947. ...

A limited-production cabriolet was produced by Baur from 1967 through 1971, and a 2-door coupe version, the 1600ti, featured dual carbs and 105 hp (77 kW) for 1967 and 1968. A hatchback 1600 Touring model was produced in 1971 and 1972. Original meaning A cabriolet was a light, two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with a folding calash top, seating two persons behind the drivers box. ... Baur can refer to: Erwin Baur Fanny Eleonore Baur Ferdinand Christian Baur This is a disambiguation page, a list of pages that otherwise might share the same title. ... 1967 (MCMLXVII) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1995 Buick Riviera coupe A coupÃ© (from the French for cut) or coupe is a two or four-seater car with a fixed roof and two doors. ... A hatchback is a type of automobile design, consisting of a passenger cabin which includes an integrated cargo space, accessed from behind by a hatch or flip-up window. ...

2000C/CS

Featuring a modern coupe body by Karmann and a luxurious interior, the 100 hp (74 kW) single-carburetor 2000C and 120 hp (88 kW) dual-carburetor 2000CS were sold from 1965 through 1969. 'C' versions were available with a manual gearbox or an automatic while 'CS' versions were only available with a manual gearbox. The coupe's styling was very controversial due to the design of its front grilles and headlights. The front of the coupe was completely changed in 1969 with the introduction of the 2800CS by modeling it after the 2500 and 2800 sedans. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1600x1200, 390 KB) Summary BMW 2000 C/CS (?) Picture by F. Bucher Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: BMW New Class Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (1600x1200, 390 KB) Summary BMW 2000 C/CS (?) Picture by F. Bucher Licensing File links The following pages link to this file: BMW New Class Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... 1995 Buick Riviera coupe A coupÃ© (from the French for cut) or coupe is a two or four-seater car with a fixed roof and two doors. ... Wilhelm Karmann GmbH in OsnabrÃ¼ck, Germany is an independent company in the motor vehicle industry. ... 1965 (MCMLXV) was a common year starting on Friday (the link is to a full 1965 calendar). ... 1969 (MCMLXIX) was a common year starting on Wednesday For other uses, see Number 1969. ...

2000 (4 door)

The "regular" 100 hp (74 kW) 2000 sedan appeared a year after the 2000C. It was sold from 1966 through 1972. Intended as an upscale version of the 1800, the 2000 featured distinct wide taillights, more extrior trim, and unique rectangular headlights. The American and English market 2000 sedans could not have the rectangular headlights due to regulations in those countries. A different grille with four individual round headlights, similar to the design that BMW later used in the 2500 sedan, was offered in those markets. A Ford Taurus, a recognizable sedan. ...

A 2000TI model, similar to the 1800TI, was built with twin Solex side-draft carburetors with 120 hp (88 kW). However the 2000TI retained the '1800' taillights and headlights. A more luxurious 2000tilux featured the sporty TI engine, a wood dashboard, and optional leather seats. In a 1967 test, Road & Track felt that the 2000 sedan was "the best performing 2-liter sedan in today's market and the best handling and best riding as well." The 'tilux produced 135 hp (99 kW) and 123 ft·lbf (167 N·m) gross. Solex was a French manufacturer of carburetors and powered bicycles. ... The carbureter (American spelling, a. ... Road & Track is an automobile enthusiast magazine in the United States, founded by two friends in 1947. ...

Finally, the 2000tii ('touring international, injection') was BMW's first fuel-injected model, featuring a higher-compression 2.0L engine and Kugelfischer brand mechanical fuel injection that later found its way into the 2002tii and other models. 1,922 2000tii cars were built of this final New Class sedan model.

2002 (2 door)

The 2002 is one of BMW's most famous automobile models. It was a two-door sports sedan based on the four-door 1600, and cemented the company's reputation for compact sporting sedans. The 2002 was the forerunner of the BMW 3 Series. It was produced from 1968 to 1976. Image File history File links BMW_2002_Touring. ... Image File history File links BMW_2002_Touring. ... BMW AG (an abbreviation of Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, or in English, Bavarian Motor Works), is a German company and manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles. ... A small variety of cars, the most popular kind of automobile. ... A Ford Taurus, a recognizable sedan. ... 1976 (MCMLXXVI) is a leap year starting on Thursday (link will take you to calendar). ...

A three-door model, the 2002 Touring, was also available. The Touring was not a full station wagon, and may in modern terms be considered a hatchback. BMW would not offer a Touring model again until the late 1980s, with the 3 Series. Estate car body style (Saab 95) A station wagon (United States usage), wagon (Australian usage, though station wagon is widely used) or estate car (United Kingdom usage) is a car body style similar to a sedan car but with an extended rear cargo area. ... A hatchback is a type of automobile design, consisting of a passenger cabin which includes an integrated cargo space, accessed from behind by a hatch or flip-up window. ... The 1980s decade refers to the years from 1980 to 1989, inclusive. ...

The 1500 had already begun BMW's reputation for sports sedans, but the 2002 may be considered its ultimate incarnation. With its 1,990 cm³ engine, it produced some 120 bhp (88 kW) in the 2002ti, and 130 bhp (96 kW) in the high-performance 2002tii. The 2002tii had a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). The BMW 2002tii was the high performance, fuel injected, limited edition of BMWs 2002 automobile model line. ...

The 2002 Turbo (production 1,672) was launched at the 1973 Frankfurt Motor Show. It was the company's first turbocharged production car. Power was raised to 170 hp (125 kW) at 5,800 rpm, with 240 Nm (177 ft·lbf) of torque. Unlike Saab and Porsche, companies which also made some of the first turbocharged production cars around this time, BMW has made little use of turbocharging in its gasoline engines since. 1973 (MCMLXXIII) was a common year starting on Monday (the link is to a full 1973 calendar). ... The International Motor Show or Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) is the worlds largest motor show. ... Turbocharger Cut-away A turbocharger is a device used in internal-combustion engines to increase the power output of the engine by increasing the mass of oxygen and fuel entering the engine. ... Saab is an aircraft and automobile concern based in Sweden, founded 1937 in LinkÃ¶ping. ... Porsche (), properly pronounced as a two syllable word (porsh-eh, IPA: pÉ”rÊƒÊŒ) , is a German manufacturer of sports cars, founded in 1931 by Ferdinand Porsche, the engineer who created the first Volkswagen. ...

Built in small numbers was a Cabriolet. These were produced by Baur of Germany, which to this day, as IVM Automotive, continues to convert BMWs. Baur can refer to: Erwin Baur Fanny Eleonore Baur Ferdinand Christian Baur This is a disambiguation page, a list of pages that otherwise might share the same title. ...

1502 and 1802

An economy model of the 2002, the 1502 had a low compression 1.6L engine. It was sold only in Europe from 1975 through 1977. The 1802, a 2002 with a 1.8L motor as used in the 1800 sedan, was also available. For the album by Ash, see 1977 (album). ...

Trivia

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