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BMW 535i

General information

ModelBMW 535i
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3498 ccm (213.45 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3498 ccm (213.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power238.30 PS (175 kW or 235 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 78.9 mm (3.3 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed243.0 km/h (151.0 mph)
0-50 miles5.3 seconds
0-60 miles6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1480 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking 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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