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BMW M5

General information

ModelBMW M5
Year1993
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3795 ccm (231.57 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3795 ccm (231.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power340.7 PS (251 kW or 336 HP) at 6900 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke94.6 x 90.0 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1977 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1725 kg (3,803.0 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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