BMW 520i (E12)
BMW 5 series 1974 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 520i has been produced from January, 1976 to December, 1979. It has petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine may have fuel injection system or carburetor without turbocharger. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
BMW 520i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 520i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 181 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 520i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 1974 - 1981 version. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 520i technical data
| Model: | BMW 520i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1976. January ... 1979. December | ||
| Engine: | 1990 cm3 Petrol | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 125 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (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 520i engine M10B20
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 | 1990 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.1 : 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 520i oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
| Power | 100 - 130 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 - 177 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1962 |
| Duration of production | 25 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 3 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) |