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BMW 520i
General information | |
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| Model | BMW 520i |
| Year | 1981 |
| Category | Large/luxury cars |
| Rating | 58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 124.70 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 9.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 80.0 x 66.0 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
| 0-60 miles | 10.0 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1022 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 4 |
| Passenger space | 4450 litres (1,176 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (429.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disks |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1220 kg (2,689.6 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4630 mm (182.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 1710 mm (67.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm (103.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 70.0 litres (18.49 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
