Everything you need to know about specifications and performance - BMW 5 Series 1998 - 540i V8 (286 Hp) Automatic

Full specifications and technical details 1998 BMW 5 Series (E39) 540i V8 (286 Hp) Automatic

Overview:

What is the engine capacity of a BMW 5 Series 1998?
The engine capacity of the BMW 5 Series 1998 is 4398 cm.

BMW 5 Series 1998 How many horsepower?
The engine power of the BMW 5 Series 1998 is 286 Hp @ 5400 rpm..

What is the BMW 5 Series 1998 engine?
BMW 5 Series 1998 engine is M62B44. (Click to see other cars using the same engine)

What is the recommended oil for a BMW 5 Series 1998 engine?
The recommended oil for a BMW 5 Series 1998 car engine is 5W-30.

What type of camshaft transmission system is used in a BMW 5 Series 1998 engine?
chain is used to transmit motion.

General:

Brand: BMW

Model: 5 Series

Generation: 5 Series (E39)

Modification (Engine): 540i V8 (286 Hp) Automatic

Start of production: 1998

End of production: 2000

Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion Engine

Body type: Sedan

Seats: 5

Doors: 4

Engine:

Power: 286 hp @ 5400 rpm.

Power per litre: 65 hp/l

Torque: 440 nm @ 3600 rpm.

Engine Model/Code: M62B44

Engine displacement: 4398 cm

Number of cylinders: 8

Engine configuration: V-engine

Number of valves per cylinder: 4

Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection

Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated Engine

Engine oil capacity: 7.5 l

Coolant: 12 l

Engine layout: Front, Longitudinal

Cylinder Bore: 92 mm

Piston Stroke: 82.7 mm

Compression ratio: 10

recommended engine oil: 5W-30

euro standards: EURO 2/3

engine lifespan (km): ~330 000

timing drive: chain

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Performance:

Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 19.9 l/100 km

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 9 l/100 km

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 6.5 sec

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 6.5 sec

Maximum speed: 250 km/h

Weight-to-power ratio: 5.7 kg/Hp, 175.5 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio: 3.7 kg/Nm, 269.9 Nm/tonne

Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 6.2 sec

Space:

Kerb Weight: 1630 kg

Max. weight: 2170 kg

Max load: 540 kg

Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 460 l

Fuel tank capacity: 70 l

dimensions:

Length: 4775 mm

Width: 1800 mm

Height: 1435 mm

wheelbase: 2830 mm

Front track: 1512 mm

Rear (Back) track: 1526 mm

Powertrain, Suspension and Brakes:

Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion Engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel: Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox: 5 gears, automatic transmission

Front brakes: Ventilated discs

Rear brakes: Ventilated discs

Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type: Cone worm with recirculation balls

Power steering: Hydraulic Steering

Tires size: 225/55 R16W

Wheel rims size: 16

Front suspension: Wishbone

Rear suspension: Several levers and rods