BMW
BMW 5 Series E12 (1972–2013) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1972 - 2017
E12
Sedan
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 518 | 5 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 520i | 4 | 130 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 525 | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 528 | 5 | 184 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 5 Series E12 overview
The BMW 5 Series (E12) is the 1st generation of the 5 Series, built from 1972 to 2013. It is offered as a Sedan with 11 engines (petrol, diesel), from 90 HP to 450 HP. The 518 (90 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s, reaches a top speed of 160 km/h and is 4620 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 5 Series have?
The BMW 5 Series (E12) has 90 HP to 450 HP, depending on the engine: 1.8 M10 (90 HP), 2.0 M10 (115 HP), 2.5 M30 (146 HP), 2.8 M30 (165 HP), 2.0 N47 (184 HP), 3.0 N57 (245 HP), 3.0 N57 (258 HP), 3.0 N55 (306 HP), 3.0 N57 (313 HP), 4.4 N63 (407 HP), 4.4 N63tu (450 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is available with 11 engines: 1.8 M10 (90 HP, petrol), 2.0 M10 (115 HP, petrol), 2.5 M30 (146 HP, petrol), 2.8 M30 (165 HP, petrol), 2.0 N47 (184 HP, diesel), 3.0 N57 (245 HP, diesel), 3.0 N57 (258 HP, diesel), 3.0 N55 (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 N57 (313 HP, diesel), 4.4 N63 (407 HP, petrol), 4.4 N63tu (450 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is 4620 mm long, 1690 mm wide, 1425 mm tall, with a 2636 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series 518 (90 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s and has a top speed of 160 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 5 Series E12 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1974–1975 |
| Platform | BMW E12 |
| Variant | 518 (90 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 90 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3500 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 13.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 13.9 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M10B18 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1766 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 89.0 mm |
| Stroke | 71.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Coolant | 7.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 242 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4620 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1690 mm |
| Height | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2636 mm |
| Front track | 1406 mm |
| Rear track | 1442 mm |
| Boot space | 440 L |
| Ground clearance | 139 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1230 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1700 kg |
| Max load | 470 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 9.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Tire size | 175/80 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 13.7 kg/Hp, 73.2 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1974 |
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| End Of Production | 1975 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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