BMW M 535i (E12)
BMW 5 series 1974 3.5 petrol description
Sedan BMW M 535i has been produced from January, 1980 to December, 1981. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 1974 - 1981 version and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-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 320 000 to 540 000 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 5 series 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW M 535i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW M 535i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 229 km/h.
BMW M 535i technical data
| Model: | BMW M 535i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1980. January ... 1981. December | ||
| Engine: | 3453 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 229 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Ground clearance: | 152 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 620 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1900 kg | ||
BMW M 535i engine M30B35
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 320,000 to 540,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 3453 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 93.4 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 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 M 535i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 218 HP ON 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1968 |
| Duration of production | 24 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 6 sērija |
All BMW 5 series sedan [1974 - 1981] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 518 Mai 1974 — Aug 1981 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 518 Mai 1974 — Aug 1981 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 520 Oct 1977 — Aug 1981 | 2.0 Petrol | 122 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 520 Oct 1977 — Aug 1981 | 2.0 Petrol | 122 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 520i
Jan 1976 — Dec 1979 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 525 Feb 1974 — Aug 1981 | 2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 525 Feb 1974 — Aug 1981 | 2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 528 Jan 1976 — Dec 1977 | 2.8 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 528i Jan 1977 — Dec 1978 | 2.8 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 528i Jul 1977 — Aug 1981 | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (4) |
| BMW 528i Jul 1977 — Aug 1981 | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW M 535i
Jan 1980 — Dec 1981 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 218 HP | - | Manual (5) |