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BMW 540i

General information

ModelBMW 540i
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating66.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4398 ccm (268.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power286.00 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque439.34 Nm (44.8 kgf-m or 324.1 ft.lbs)
Compression10.0:1
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1615 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1771 kg (3,904.4 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD53920
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