BMW 8 series 1989 4.0 petrol description
Coupe BMW 840i 4.0 has been produced from January, 1993 to December, 1996. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 286 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 8 series 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 840i 4.0 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 840i 4.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 840i 4.0 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.8 litres per 100km (7.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 19.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
BMW 840i 4.0 technical data
| Model: | BMW 840i 4.0 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1993. January ... 1996. December | ||
| Engine: | 3982 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 286 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.8 (combined) 19.2 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.78m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.34m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2180 kg | ||
BMW 840i 4.0 engine M60B40
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 3982 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 840i 4.0 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12.5 litres (13.2 quarts) |
| Power | 286 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1992 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 7 sērija |
All BMW 8 series coupe [1989 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 830i 3.0 Jan 1992 — Dec 1992 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | - | Manual (6) |
| BMW 840i 4.0 Jan 1993 — Dec 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 840 Ci
Jan 1993 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 840 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 840 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 850i
Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 850 Ci Oct 1992 — Mar 1996 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 850i Oct 1989 — Oct 1992 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 850 Ci Oct 1992 — Mar 1996 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 850 Ci Mar 1996 — Jul 1999 | 5.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 850Ci 5.4 Jan 1994 — Dec 1999 | 5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 850 CSi
Oct 1992 — Sep 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds |
5.6 Petrol | 381 HP | 18.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |