BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb

BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb
Overview
Manufacturer BMW
Production 1972
Body and chassis
Class Concept car
Body style 2-door GT coupe
Layout Front engine, Rear-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor 32 kW (43 hp)
Transmission ???-speed Automatic
Range 30–60 km (19–37 mi)
Dimensions
Curb weight 1,330 kg (2,932 lb)
Chronology
Successor BMW i3

BMW developed its first electric car based on the 1602 model. The BMW 1602 Elektro-Antrieb was first unveiled at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany; two examples were used to shuttle VIPs and serve as support cars in various long-distance events like the marathon.[1]

Specifications

Powertrain

The 1602 Elektro-Antrieb uses one 32 kW (43 hp) electric motor, front-mounted driving the rear axle. It has a claimed top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) and acceleration of 0 to 30 mph (0 to 48 km/h) in 8.0 seconds. The 1602 elektro is unique in the fact it has a front engine, rear wheel drive layout.

1602 Elektro Drivetrain

Battery

The battery has a total capacity of 12.6 kWh electric vehicle battery these batteries can be charged or replaced with a freshly charged pack, the battery pack weighs 350 kg (772 lb).

1602 Elektro Battery Pack

References

  1. Vijayenthiran, Viknesh (2015-03-19). "1972 BMW 1602e: BMW's First Electric Car Detailed In New Video". Motor Authority. Retrieved 2016-05-05.
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