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BMW M5 4.9 V8 (400 Hp) - view

BMW M5 4.9 V8 • 400 HP

Sedan6-speed manualRWD1998-2000
400 HP
Power
5.3 sec
0-100 km/h
250 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type

Basic Information

Body TypeSedan
Doors4
Seats5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Performance

0-100 km/h5.3 sec
Top Speed250 km/h

Powertrain

Power400 HP
Torque500 Nm
Engine
Displacement4941 cc
Engine CodeS62B50
Cylinders8
ConfigurationV-engine
Compression11:1
AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Valves/Cyl4
Bore94 mm
Stroke89 mm
ValvetrainDOHC, Double-VANOS
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity6.5 L
Coolant Cap.12 L

Suspension & Chassis

Suspension
Front Susp.Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Susp.Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Brakes
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 345 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 328 mm
Steering & Wheels
SteeringCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
TiresFront wheel tires: 245/40 R18, Rear wheel tires: 275/35 R18
Wheel RimsFront wheel rims: 8J x 18, Rear wheel rims: 9.5J x 18"

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions
Length4784 mm
Width1800 mm
Width (mirrors)1990 mm
Height1437 mm
Wheelbase2830 mm
Front Track1515 mm
Rear Track1527 mm
Turning Circle11.6 m
Drag Coeff.0.31 Cd
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1720 kg
Max Weight2290 kg
Trunk460 L
Roof Load100 kg

Fuel Consumption & Emissions

Consumption
Combined13.9 L/100km
Emissions
Fuel Tank & Alternatives
US MPG17 mpg
UK MPG20 mpg
km per Liter7 km/L

Transmission & Drivetrain

Type6-speed manual
Gears6
Drive TypeRWD

Additional Specs

Trailer (8% grade)1800 kg
Trailer (12% grade)1800 kg

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