The BMW 5 Series is a high-performance sedan that can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 193 km/h. Its impressive acceleration and speed make it a great choice for those who crave power and performance.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
10.1 sec
Max Speed
193 km/h 119.92 mph
Body & Dimensions
The BMW 5 Series is a sedan with a length of 4620 mm, width of 1690 mm, and height of 1425 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2636 mm, front track of 1406 mm, and rear track of 1442 mm. The ride height and ground clearance are 139 mm.
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4620 mm 181.89 in.
Width
1690 mm 66.54 in.
Height
1425 mm 56.1 in.
Wheelbase
2636 mm 103.78 in.
Front Track
1406 mm 55.35 in.
Rear Track
1442 mm 56.77 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
139 mm 5.47 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car specs indicate a fuel-efficient luxury sedan with a combined fuel consumption of 10.5 l/100 km. It offers a powerful engine and advanced technology features.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
14.3 l/100 km 16.45 US mpg 19.75 UK mpg 6.99 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.4 l/100 km 31.79 US mpg 38.17 UK mpg 13.51 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.5 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 with a 2.5L inline-6 engine producing 150 horsepower and 212 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
150 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.1 Hp/l
Torque
212 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 156.36 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M30B25
Engine Displacement
2494 cm3 152.19 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
71.6 mm 2.82 in.
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
5.8 l 6.13 US qt | 5.1 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40, 15W-50, 20W-50
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The 5 Series car features disc brakes on both front and rear wheels, with 175/80 R14 tires and 14-inch wheel rims, providing a smooth and stable ride.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Tires Size
175/80 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a 5 Series model with a weight-to-power ratio of 9 kg/Hp (111.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.4 kg/Nm (157 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 1350 kg (2976.24 lbs.) and the max weight is 1810 kg (3990.37 lbs.), allowing for a max load of 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.). The trunk boot space is at least 440 l (15.54 cu. ft.) and the fuel tank can hold up to 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
9 kg/Hp, 111.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.4 kg/Nm, 157 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1350 kg 2976.24 lbs.
Max Weight
1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Load
460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
440 l 15.54 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - 5 Series (E12, Facelift 1976)
The body type of the car is a Sedan.
The car has 4 doors.
The ground clearance of the car is 139 mm or 5.47 in.
10.1 seconds
193 km/h (119.92 mph)
It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 10.1 seconds, making it a high-performance sedan.
The city fuel consumption is 14.3 l/100 km.
The combined fuel consumption is 10.5 l/100 km.
The spec sheet does not include information about the engine type.
The engine displacement is 2.5L or 152.19 cu. in.
The fuel injection system is a carburettor.
The transmission type is a 5-speed manual transmission.
The 5 Series has disc brakes on both 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 fuel economy of the BMW 5 Series varies by engine option, but the estimated EPA rating is up to 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.
Yes, the BMW 5 Series is available as a hybrid model, which combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor for improved fuel efficiency.
The BMW 5 Series offers a range of advanced safety features, including lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and forward collision warning.
The weight-to-power ratio is 9 kg/Hp (111.1 Hp/tonne).
The max load capacity is 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.).
The fuel tank can hold up to 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
