BMW 540i V8 (E34)

BMW 5 series 1988 4.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 540i V8 has been produced from January, 1992 to December, 1995. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 286 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 5 sērija 1988 - 1995 version 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand 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 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

BMW 540i V8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 540i V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 540i V8 fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.