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BMW 5.8 Coupe

General information

ModelBMW 5.8 Coupe
Year1993
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5800 ccm (353.92 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5800 ccm (353.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power141.90 PS (104 kW or 140 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque786.48 Nm (80.2 kgf-m or 580.1 ft.lbs)
Compression10.0:1
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed321.0 km/h (199.5 mph)
0-60 miles4.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0771 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1840 kg (4,056.5 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
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