BMW 528 (E12)
BMW 5 series 1974 2.8 petrol description
Sedan BMW 528 has been produced from January, 1976 to December, 1977. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 253 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 may have fuel injection system or carburetor, it has no turbine. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
BMW 528 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 528 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 528 fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100km (9.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 1974 - 1981 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 528 technical data
| Model: | BMW 528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1976. January ... 1977. December | ||
| Engine: | 2788 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 253 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 198 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 440 litres | ||
BMW 528 engine M30B28
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2788 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80 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 | Carburettor or injector |
| BMW 528 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 165 - 185 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 - 240 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) |