BMW 320

This article is about the 1930s BMW. For models badged as 320 sold after 1975, see BMW 3 series.
BMW 320
1938 BMW 320 cabriolet
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Production1937–1938
AssemblyGermany: Eisenach
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car
Body style
LayoutFR layout
Related
Powertrain
Engine1971 cc OHV M78 straight-6
Transmission4-speed manual[2][3]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)[2][1]
Length4,500 mm (177.2 in)[2]
Width1,540 mm (60.6 in)[2]
Height1,500 mm (59.1 in)[2]
Kerb weight1,000 kg (2,204.6 lb)[2]
Chronology
PredecessorBMW 329
SuccessorBMW 321

The BMW 320 was a car manufactured by BMW in Germany from 1937 to 1938, as the successor to the 319-based BMW 329. It was offered in 2 door saloon and convertible versions. Approximately 4,200 cars were made, of which 1,835 were cabriolets.[4]

BMW 320 cabriolet interior

The car was first presented in July 1937. It showed a very similar resemblance to the 329. It was a high performance car with many admirers. The 320 was built on a shortened BMW 326 frame and used a 326 engine with a single carburettor and an output of 45 hp (34 kW). The 320 had a top speed of 65 mph (105 km/h). The suspension, which was carried over from the 329, consisted of an independent front suspension with a high-mounted transverse leaf spring acting as upper control arms and a conventional live axle on semi-elliptic springs at the rear. It had a slightly greater displacement 6-cylinder engine. It was available as a two-door sedan or two-door convertible and stayed until 1938. The BMW 320 was smaller, less expensive, and lighter than its predecessor. It offered easy handling, a fine finish, and a good power-to-weight ratio.[1]

The 320 was replaced by the BMW 321 in 1938.

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