| BMW M5 E39 (1998-2003) |
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Country
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Germany
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Top Speed (mph)
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155 (limited) 187 (unlimited)
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0-30 mph
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2.3
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0-60 mph
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5.2
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0-100 mph
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12.3
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1/4 mile
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13.9
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0-1 km
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24.2
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BHP
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394 @6600rpm
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Torque lbft
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369 @3800rpm
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BHP per ton
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225
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Engine capacity CC/CU
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4941/302
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Engine type
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V8 Fuel Injection
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Aspiration
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Normal
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Compression Ratio
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11.0:1
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Valve Type/No
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DOHC 32
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Transmission (manual/auto)
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Manual
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No of speeds
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6
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Wheels driven
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RWD
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Brakes F/R
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Disc/Disc
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No. of Seats
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4/5
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Length (in)
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188.3
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Width (in)
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70.9
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Height (in)
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56.6
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Kerb Weight (lbs)
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3850
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| Additional Info: Originally BMW were happy with the 540i, but stiff competition from Jaguar and Mercedes forced them to create the E39 M5. |
