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BMW 525

General information

ModelBMW 525
Year1973
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power145.00 PS (107 kW or 143 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque208.00 Nm (21.2 kgf-m or 153.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 71.6 mm (3.4 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed192.0 km/h (119.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1051 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks, 280 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 272 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1380 kg (3,042.4 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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