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BMW M5

General information

ModelBMW M5
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4900 ccm (299.00 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4900 ccm (299.00 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power406.7 PS (299 kW or 401 HP) at 7400 Rev. per min.
Max torque499.01 Nm (50.9 kgf-m or 368.1 ft.lbs)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed295.0 km/h (183.3 mph)
0-60 miles4.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2528 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS). Antiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1610 kg (3,549.4 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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