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BMW 729d

General information

ModelBMW 729d
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power184.2 PS (135 kW or 182 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque410.00 Nm (41.8 kgf-m or 302.4 ft.lbs) at 2000 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
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1008 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1830 kg (4,034.5 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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