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BMW 740i

General information

ModelBMW 740i
Year1992
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3980 ccm (242.86 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3980 ccm (242.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power285.90 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1597 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1790 kg (3,946.3 pounds)
Overall length4920 mm (193.7 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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