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1978

BMW 6 Series Coupe

1 variant 218 hp

0–100 km/h7.5 s

Top speed225 km/h

Engine3.5 L6 cyl

Fuel economy—

Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Coupe

Silver Shadow Coupe

0–100 km/h12.0 s

Top speed190 km/h

Engine6.8 L8 cyl

Fuel economy—

DriveRWDAutomatic

Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse Coupe and predecessors

E-Klasse Coupe and predecessors

6 variants 110 – 185 hp

Power110 – 185 hp

0–100 km/h—

Top speed180 – 200 km/h

Torque185 – 240 Nm

Engine2.3 – 2.7 L4 – 6 cyl

Fuel economy10.5 – 12.0 L/100 km

DriveRWDAutomatic · Manual

Weight1,375 – 1,460 kg

Lancia Gamma Coupe

2 variants 117 – 141 hp

Power117 – 141 hp

0–100 km/h—

Top speed185 – 193 km/h

Torque172 – 209 Nm

Engine2.0 – 2.5 L4 cyl

Fuel economy—

Weight1,270 – 1,290 kg

BMW 6 Series Coupe

1 variant 185 hp

0–100 km/h—

Top speed211 km/h

Engine3.0 L6 cyl

Fuel economy—

BMW 3 Series Coupe

12 variants 75 – 143 hp

Power75 – 143 hp

0–100 km/h9.5 – 14.8 s

Top speed154 – 190 km/h

Torque110 – 190 Nm

Engine1.6 – 2.3 L4 – 6 cyl

Fuel economy8.8 – 12.8 L/100 km

DriveRWDAutomatic · Manual

Weight1,010 – 1,155 kg

Puma GTB

1 variant 171 hp

0–100 km/h9.5 s

Top speed190 km/h

Engine4.1 L6 cyl

Fuel economy14.5 L/100 km

Lancia Beta Coupe

7 variants 87 – 122 hp

Power87 – 122 hp

0–100 km/h9.0 – 12.0 s

Top speed166 – 200 km/h

Torque122 – 175 Nm

Engine1.6 – 2.0 L4 cyl

Fuel economy8.4 – 11.8 L/100 km

Weight1,000 – 1,120 kg

De Tomaso Pantera

1 variant 330 hp

0–100 km/h5.5 s

Top speed256 km/h

Engine5.8 L8 cyl

Fuel economy17.5 L/100 km

Puma GTE

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

1 variant 304 hp

0–100 km/h—

Top speed200 km/h

Engine5.4 L8 cyl

Fuel economy—

Reliant Scimitar GTE

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Isuzu 117 Coupe

13 variants 73 – 135 hp

Power73 – 135 hp

0–100 km/h10.0 – 21.0 s

Top speed130 – 200 km/h

Torque139 – 167 Nm

Engine1.6 – 2.2 L4 cyl

Fuel economy7.0 – 11.0 L/100 km

DriveRWDAutomatic · Manual

Weight1,050 – 1,185 kg

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

2 variants 304 – 429 hp

Power304 – 429 hp

0–100 km/h—

Torque488 – 635 Nm

Engine5.4 – 7.0 L8 cyl

Fuel economy—

Weight1,450 – 1,460 kg

Coupe (year unverified)

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Coupe (year unverified)

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Coupe (year unverified)

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Saab 900 C Turbo

0–100 km/h—

Fuel economy—

Volkswagen Polo 3 Doors

2005 – 2008 3 Doors · Hatchback Germany

Volkswagen Polo 3 Doors

Body style3 Doors · Hatchback

Production2005 – 2008

Variants12

FuelPetrol, Diesel

Key specifications (range)

Power54 – 131 hp

0–100 km/h9.2 – 17.5 s

Top speed152 – 206 km/h

Fuel economy4.4 – 6.9 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
1.2L 5MT FWD (55 HP) 1.2 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	54 hp	17.5 s	152	5-Speed manual
1.2L 5MT FWD (60 HP) 1.2 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	60 hp	16.5 s	157	5-Speed manual
1.2L 5MT FWD (65 HP) 1.2 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	65 hp	14.9 s	162	5-Speed manual
1.2L 5MT FWD (70 HP) 1.2 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	69 hp	14.5 s	167	5-Speed manual
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (70 HP) 1.4 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	69 hp	14.6 s	170	5-Speed manual
1.4L 5MT FWD (75 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	75 hp	12.9 s	172	5-Speed manual
1.4L 5MT FWD (80 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	80 hp	12.2 s	175	5-Speed manual
1.4L TDI 5MT FWD (80 HP) 1.4 L · 3 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	80 hp	12.8 s	174	5-Speed manual
1.4L 5MT FWD (100 HP) 1.4 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	101 hp	10.9 s	188	5-Speed manual
1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (100 HP) 1.9 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	101 hp	10.7 s	188	5-Speed manual
1.6L 5MT FWD (110 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	105 hp	10.4 s	192	5-Speed manual
1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (130 HP) 1.9 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	131 hp	9.2 s	206	6-Speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1198 cm3 (73 ci)
Power: 40 KW @ 4750 RPM54 HP @ 4750 RPM54 BHP @ 4750 RPM
Torque: 80 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM108 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 94.4 mph (152 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 17.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70 R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2180.4 lbs (989 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3461.3 lbs (1570 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 142 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1198 cm3 (73 ci)
Power: 44 KW @ 5200 RPM60 HP @ 5200 RPM59 BHP @ 5200 RPM
Torque: 80 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM108 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 97.6 mph (157 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 16.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70TR14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2180.4 lbs (989 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3461.3 lbs (1570 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 138 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1198 cm3 (73 ci)
Power: 47.8 KW @ 3000 RPM65 HP @ 3000 RPM64 BHP @ 3000 RPM
Torque: 83 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM112 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 100.7 mph (162 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70 R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2184.8 lbs (991 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3461.3 lbs (1570 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
Combined: 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 142 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1198 cm3 (73 ci)
Power: 51 KW @ 5400 RPM69 HP @ 5400 RPM68 BHP @ 5400 RPM
Torque: 83 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM112 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 103.8 mph (167 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.5 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70TR14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2184.8 lbs (991 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3461.3 lbs (1570 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 138 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1422 cm3 (87 ci)
Power: 51 KW @ 4000 RPM69 HP @ 4000 RPM68 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 114 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM155 Nm @ 1600 RPM
Fuel System: Direct Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 105.6 mph (170 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 14.6 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70 R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2345.7 lbs (1064 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km)
Combined: 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 122 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1390 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 55.2 KW @ 4000 RPM75 HP @ 4000 RPM74 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 93 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM126 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 106.9 mph (172 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70 R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2195.8 lbs (996 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 154 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1390 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 59 KW @ 5000 RPM80 HP @ 5000 RPM79 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 97 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM132 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 108.7 mph (175 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70TR14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2182.6 lbs (990 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km)
Highway: 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined: 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 152 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L3
Displacement: 1422 cm3 (87 ci)
Power: 59 KW @ 4000 RPM80 HP @ 4000 RPM79 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 144 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM195 Nm @ 2200 RPM
Fuel System: Direct Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 108.1 mph (174 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.8 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 165/70 R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2345.7 lbs (1064 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
Highway: 60.3 mpg US (3.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 119 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1390 cm3 (85 ci)
Power: 74 KW @ 6000 RPM101 HP @ 6000 RPM99 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 93 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM126 Nm @ 4400 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 116.8 mph (188 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60HR14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2224.5 lbs (1009 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3527.4 lbs (1600 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
Highway: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Combined: 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 158 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1896 cm3 (116 ci)
Power: 74 KW @ 4000 RPM101 HP @ 4000 RPM99 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 177 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM240 Nm @ 1800 RPM
Fuel System: Direct Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 116.8 mph (188 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.7 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2429.5 lbs (1102 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3703.8 lbs (1680 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
Highway: 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km)
Combined: 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 132 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1598 cm3 (98 ci)
Power: 77 KW @ 5600 RPM105 HP @ 5600 RPM103 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque: 113 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM153 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 119.3 mph (192 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.4 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60HR14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2217.9 lbs (1006 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3505.3 lbs (1590 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
Combined: 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 164 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1896 cm3 (116 ci)
Power: 96 KW @ 4000 RPM131 HP @ 4000 RPM129 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 229 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM310 Nm @ 1900 RPM
Fuel System: Direct Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 11.9 gallons (45.0 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 128 mph (206 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 185/60R14

Dimensions

Length: 154.3 in (3919 mm)
Width: 65 in (1651 mm)
Height: 57.9 in (1471 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/56.3 in (1,430/1,430 mm)
Wheelbase: 96.9 in (2461 mm)
Ground Clearance: 4.3 in (109 mm)
Cargo Volume: 9.5 cuFT (269 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2524.3 lbs (1145 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3792 lbs (1720 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
Highway: 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km)
Combined: 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 140 g/km

Length3,919 mm

Width1,651 mm

Height1,471 mm

Wheelbase2,461 mm

Curb weight989 – 1,145 kg

Torque108 – 310 Nm

Ranges across all 12 variants of this generation.