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BMW 740d

General information

ModelBMW 740d
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3899 ccm (237.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement3899 ccm (237.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power245.00 PS (180 kW or 242 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque560.00 Nm (57.1 kgf-m or 413.1 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1204 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5440 litres (1,437 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight2035 kg (4,486.4 pounds)
Overall length5130 mm (202.0 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2940 mm (115.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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