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- BMW M5 E12 3.5i (1972-1981)
BMW M5 E12 3.5i (1972-1981)

Specs
Overview
Manufacturer | BMW |
Series | M5 (E12) |
Years Made | 1972-1981 |
Engine
Fuel Type | Gasoline (petrol) |
Combustion | Multi-point injection |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
No of Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
Cylinders Position | Inline |
Position of Engine | Front, lengthwise |
Horsepower | 162,6 kW (218 hp) |
Rated Power | 6500 RPM |
Net Torque | 250,8 ft-lbs (340 N-m) |
Torque Measured | 4000 RPM |
Displacement | 210,7 cu in (3453 cm3) |
DriveTrain and Performance
Coupe Type | Cabriolet |
Wheel Drive | Rear |
Steering Type | Steering rack |
Number of Gear (Manual) | 5 |
Front Brakes | Ventilated discs |
Rear Brakes | Disc |
Front Suspension | Independent, Spring McPherson, with stabilizer |
Rear Suspension | Independent, spring |
No of Doors | 4 |
No of Seats | 5 |
Min Luggage Capacity | 68,4 gal (259 L) |
Maximum Speed | 152,2 mph (245 km/h) |
0-100 km/h Acceleration | 6.6 sec |
Fuel Consumption (economy: combined) 26.5 miles / 100 km | 3,0 gal (11.3 Liters) |
Dimensions and Weights
Length | 181,9 in (462,0 cm) |
Width | 66,9 in (169,9 cm) |
Height | 55,1 in (140,0 cm) |
Wheelbase | 103,3 in (262,4 cm) |
Front Track | 56,3 in (143,0 cm) |
Rear Track | 57,7 in (146,6 cm) |
Shipping Weight | 3185,7 lbs (1445 kg) |
Operating Weight | 4188,8 lbs (1900 kg) |
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