BMW 524td (E28)
BMW 5 series 1981 2.4 diesel description
Sedan BMW 524td has been produced from July, 1983 to January, 1988. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and Garrett T3 turbine. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 524td has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 524td accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
BMW 524td fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 1981 - 1988 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 524td technical data
| Model: | BMW 524td | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1983. July ... 1988. January | ||
| Engine: | 2443 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 115 HP ON 4800 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1865 kg | ||
BMW 524td engine M21D24T
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2443 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 81 mm |
| Compression ratio | 22 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Precombustion chamber |
| BMW 524td oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 115 HP ON 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 - 220 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1983 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija |
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All BMW 5 series sedan [1981 - 1988] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 518 Aug 1981 — Oct 1984 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 518i
Oct 1984 — Jan 1988 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 105 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Aug 1981 — Jul 1985 | 2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Aug 1981 — Jul 1985 | 2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 520i Jul 1985 — Jan 1988 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Jul 1985 — Jan 1988 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 520i Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 524d Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.4 Diesel | 86 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 524td
Jul 1983 — Jan 1988 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 524td
Jul 1983 — Jan 1988 Most powerfull diesel version (115 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 525i | 2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525i | 2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 525e Apr 1983 — Jan 1988 | 2.7 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525e Apr 1983 — Jan 1988 | 2.7 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 525e Oct 1986 — Jan 1988 | 2.7 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 528i | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 528i | 2.8 Petrol | 184 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 535i
Jul 1985 — Jan 1988 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds |
3.4 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 535i
Jul 1985 — Jan 1988 Most powerfull petrol version (218 HP) |
3.4 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |