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BMW M535i

General information

ModelBMW M535i
Year1980
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power221.00 PS (163 kW or 218 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque304.00 Nm (31.0 kgf-m or 224.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke93.4 x 84.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed228.0 km/h (141.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
0-50 miles5.1 seconds
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1589 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1391 kg (3,066.6 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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