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BMW 740i L

General information

ModelBMW 740i L
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power285.90 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque420.00 Nm (42.8 kgf-m or 309.8 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1470 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1945 kg (4,288.0 pounds)
Overall length5130 mm (202.0 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase3080 mm (121.3 inches)
Fuel capacity85.0 litres (22.46 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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