BMW E39 540i (1996-2003)

ManufacturerBMW
TypeCoupe
ModelE39 540i (1996-2003)
Series5 Series (E39)
Power213,3 kW (286 hp)
Engine TypeGasoline (petrol)
Max Speed155,3 mph (250 km/h)
Fuel Consumption4,7 gal (17.7 Liters)
Years Made1996-2003
Fuel TypeGasoline (petrol)
CombustionMulti-point injection
Number of Cylinders8
No of Valves per Cylinder4
Cylinders PositionV engine
Position of EngineFront, lengthwise
Horsepower213,3 kW (286 hp)
Rated Power5400 RPM
Net Torque324,5 ft-lbs (440 N-m)
Torque Measured3600 RPM
Displacement268,4 cu in (4398 cm3)
Bore3,6 in (9,2 cm)
Stroke3,3 in (8,3 cm)
Compression Ratio10:0
Fuel Tank Capacity18,5 gal (70 L)
Coupe TypeCoupe
Wheel DriveRear
Steering TypeSteering rack
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Number of Gear (Manual)6
Number of Gear (Auto)5
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
ABSYes
Front SuspensionWishbone
Rear SuspensionSeveral levers and rods
No of Doors4
No of Seats5
Min Luggage Capacity121,5 gal (460 L)
Maximum Speed155,3 mph (250 km/h)
0-100 km/h Acceleration6.2 sec
Fuel Consumption (economy: urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km4,7 gal (17.7 Liters)
Fuel Consumption (economy: extra urban) 26.5 miles / 100 km2,4 gal (8.9 Liters)
Length188,0 in (477,5 cm)
Width70,9 in (180,0 cm)
Height56,5 in (143,5 cm)
Wheelbase111,4 in (283,0 cm)
Front Track59,5 in (151,2 cm)
Rear Track60,1 in (152,6 cm)
Tire Size225/55R16W
Shipping Weight3593,5 lbs (1630 kg)
Operating Weight4784,0 lbs (2170 kg)