BMW 320 explained

BMW 320
Manufacturer:BMW
Production:1937–1938
Assembly:Germany: Eisenach
Predecessor:BMW 329
Successor:BMW 321
Class:Mid-size car
Layout:FR layout
Engine:1971 cc OHV M78 straight-6
Transmission:4-speed manual
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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.

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 . The 320 had a top speed of . 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.

The 320 was replaced by the BMW 321 in 1938.