BMW 528i (E28)

BMW 5 series 1981 2.8 petrol description

Sedan BMW 528i has been produced from August, 1981 to January, 1988. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 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 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

BMW 528i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 528i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

BMW 528i fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 12.1 litres per 100 km, which is 21% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.