The car is a 5 Series Sedan with 5 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 4620 mm (181.89 in), width of 1690 mm (66.54 in), and height of 1425 mm (56.1 in). The wheelbase is 2636 mm (103.78 in), with a front track of 1406 mm (55.35 in) and rear track of 1442 mm (56.77 in). The ride height/ground clearance is 140 mm (5.51 in).
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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
140 mm 5.51 in.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW 5 Series is a luxury sedan that runs on petrol (gasoline) fuel type, offering a smooth and powerful driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The BMW 5 Series is a rear-wheel drive sedan powered by a 2.8-liter inline-6 engine, producing 184 horsepower and 235 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and has a naturally aspirated engine with multi-port manifold injection. The engine has a displacement of 2788 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.2.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
184 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
66 Hp/l
Torque
235 Nm @ 4300 rpm. 173.33 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M30B28LE
Engine Displacement
2788 cm3 170.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke
84 mm 3.31 in.
Compression Ratio
10.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
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 car specs indicate disc brakes on both the front and rear axles. This suggests a reliable braking system suitable for everyday driving.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Weight & Capacity
The car is a 5 Series model with a minimum trunk/boot space of 440 l or 15.54 cu. ft. and a fuel tank capacity of 70 l, 18.49 US gal, or 15.4 UK gal.
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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 5 seats.
The ground clearance of the car is 140 mm (5.51 in).
The starting price of the BMW 5 Series varies depending on the trim level and options chosen, but it typically starts around $52,000.
The BMW 5 Series is available with a range of engine options, including a 3.0L inline-6 cylinder, a 4.4L V8, and a 3.0L diesel inline-6 cylinder.
The BMW 5 Series has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Petrol (Gasoline)
5 Series
Yes
The engine layout is Front, Longitudinal.
The fuel injection system used is Multi-port manifold injection.
The drive wheel configuration is Rear wheel drive.
The car has disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.
The disc brake setup is known for its effectiveness and durability.
The specs do not include information regarding any additional braking features, such as anti-lock braking system (ABS) or electronic stability control (ESC).
The 5 Series is a luxury sedan or wagon produced by BMW.
The 5 Series offers a smooth and powerful driving experience, with multiple engine options available.
The 5 Series comes with a variety of features, including advanced safety systems, a comfortable and high-tech interior, and multiple driving modes.
The car has a minimum trunk/boot space of 440 l or 15.54 cu. ft.
The car has a fuel tank capacity of 70 l, 18.49 US gal, or 15.4 UK gal.
