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BMW 740d

General information

ModelBMW 740d
Year2002
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3901 ccm (238.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3901 ccm (238.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power258.00 PS (190 kW or 254 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque600.00 Nm (61.2 kgf-m or 442.6 ft.lbs) at 1900 Rev. per min.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1280 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5680 litres (1,501 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 348 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 345 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS) Antiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2016 kg (4,444.5 pounds)
Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase3000 mm (118.1 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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