BMW 5 Series 5 Series (E12)
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BMW - 5 Series (E12)

Details-
BrandBMW
Model5 Series
Generation5 Series (E12)
Modification525 (146 Hp)
Start Of Production1973
End Of Production1976

Performance

The car is a 5 Series model with an acceleration time of 10.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) and a maximum speed of 193 km/h (119.92 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.1 sec
Max Speed193 km/h 119.92 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a 5-seater sedan of the 5 Series model, with a body length of 4620 mm (181.9 in) and a width of 1690 mm (66.5 in). It has a height of 1425 mm (56.1 in) and a wheelbase of 2636 mm (103.8 in). The front and rear tracks are 1406 mm (55.4 in) and 1442 mm (56.8 in) respectively, with a ground clearance of 139 mm (5.5 in).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4620 mm 181.89 in.
Width1690 mm 66.54 in.
Height1425 mm 56.1 in.
Wheelbase2636 mm 103.78 in.
Front Track1406 mm 55.35 in.
Rear Track1442 mm 56.77 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance139 mm 5.47 in.

Fuel Consumption

The BMW 5 Series is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 22.4 US mpg or 26.9 UK mpg. This indicates a relatively high fuel consumption, which may impact the car's overall efficiency and running costs.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.5 l/100 km 22.4 US mpg 26.9 UK mpg 9.52 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The BMW 5 Series is a rear-wheel drive sedan powered by a 2.5-liter inline-6 engine, producing 146 horsepower and 215 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor fuel injection system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power146 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre58.5 Hp/l
Torque215 Nm @ 3700 rpm. 158.58 lb.-ft. @ 3700 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM30B25
Engine Displacement2494 cm3 152.19 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke71.6 mm 2.82 in.
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity5.8 l 6.13 US qt | 5.1 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification15W-40, 15W-50, 20W-50
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The 5 Series car comes equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, ensuring reliable stopping power. The 175/80 R14 tires and 14-inch wheel rims provide a comfortable ride and decent handling.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Tires Size175/80 R14
Wheel Rims Size14

Weight & Capacity

The car has a relatively low weight-to-power ratio, indicating good acceleration and performance. The weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting ample torque for swift acceleration and climbing power. The car boasts a spacious trunk and a fuel tank capacity that allows for long journeys.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.2 kg/Hp, 108.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.3 kg/Nm, 159.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1345 kg 2965.22 lbs.
Max Weight1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Load465 kg 1025.15 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum440 l 15.54 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for BMW - 5 Series (E12)

This car has 5 seats.

This car is a sedan.

The wheelbase of this car is 2636 mm (103.8 in).

The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds.

The car accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 10.1 seconds.

The maximum speed of the car is 193 km/h (119.92 mph).

Petrol (Gasoline)

10.5 liters per 100 kilometers

22.4 US mpg

2494 cm3 or 152.19 cu. in.

4-speed manual transmission

Rear-wheel drive

The 5 Series has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The tire size of the 5 Series is 175/80 R14.

The wheel rims of the 5 Series are 14 inches in size.

The BMW 5 Series offers a range of engine options, including a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 cylinder, a 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 cylinder, and a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 cylinder.

The BMW 5 Series comes equipped with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and forward collision warning.

The BMW 5 Series features a high-resolution touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, and a premium sound system.

Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.

Safety feature information is not included in the specifications.

Maximum speed information is not available in the given specifications.