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BMW 840 Ci

General information

ModelBMW 840 Ci
Year1993
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3981 ccm (242.92 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3981 ccm (242.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power285.90 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-60 miles7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1562 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheelbase2690 mm (105.9 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
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