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BMW 850i

General information

ModelBMW 850i
Year1989
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating59.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4988 ccm (304.37 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4988 ccm (304.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power300.10 PS (221 kW or 296 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque450.00 Nm (45.9 kgf-m or 331.9 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke84.1 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1675 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1792 kg (3,950.7 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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