The 1972 Turbo heavily influenced the BMW Z1, the 8 Series, and the 2008 M1 Homage concept.
The most striking feature, allowing for easier ingress/egress while adding a dramatic flair.
It was one of the first cars fitted with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and an experimental radar-based braking distance warning system—an ancestor to modern active cruise control. BMWTurbo del 1972
The interior featured a futuristic dashboard angled toward the driver, a design hallmark that BMW adopted for its production models starting with the 3 Series in 1975. Impact and Legacy
The body featured foam-filled bumpers that blended seamlessly into the design, providing advanced impact absorption without compromising aesthetics. The 1972 Turbo heavily influenced the BMW Z1,
The car was capable of reaching 155 mph (250 km/h). Groundbreaking Technology and Safety
While visually spectacular, the Turbo was a functional, high-performance car designed to push the boundaries of turbocharged engines. The interior featured a futuristic dashboard angled toward
Based on a modified BMW 2002 chassis, the car utilized a mid-mounted 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine.