BMW 750i (E38)

BMW 7 series 1998 5.4 petrol description

Sedan BMW 750i has been produced from September, 1998 to November, 2001. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.4 litres, which produces power of 326 horsepower on 5000 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 7 sērija 1998 - 2001 version and torque 490 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.

This 12-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 320 up to 540 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This BMW 7 series 5.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

BMW 750i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 750i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 750i fuel consumption is 14 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 20 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real BMW 7 series fuel consumption.