BMW Kompressor: history, specs, pictures
The BMW Kompressor was a two cylinder boxer, four-stroke standard produced by BMW between 1935 and 1939. It could reach a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).
| BMW Kompressor | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1935 - 1939 |
| Engine | two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 66.0mm x 72.0mm |
| Top Speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Fuel System | carburetor. dellórto |
| Transmission | Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic Rear: pluger rigid |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Weight | 138.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 66.0mm bore x 72.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 492.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).
ChassisEdit
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a pluger rigid.