BMW 735i (E38)
BMW 7 series 1994 3.5 petrol description
Sedan BMW 735i has been produced from March, 1996 to September, 1998. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 235 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 3300 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). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 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 7 series 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.
BMW 735i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 735i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 244 km/h.
BMW 735i fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 18 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 85 litres or 22.46 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
- BMW 735i AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 8.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 13.0 litres per 100 km
- BMW 735iL AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 8.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 13.0 litres per 100 km
BMW 735i technical data
| Model: | BMW 735i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1996. March ... 1998. September | ||
| Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 235 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 320 NM ON 3300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 244 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) 18.0 (urban) 8.9 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres (22.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.98m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2280 kg | ||
BMW 735i engine M62B35
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.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 3498 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 78.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 | Injection |
| BMW 735i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12.5 litres (13.2 quarts) |
| Power | 235 HP ON 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 NM ON 3300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
All BMW 7 series sedan [1994 - 1998] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 725tds
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 725tds Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 728i
Sep 1995 — Sep 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 728i Sep 1995 — Sep 1998 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 728iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 730i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 730iL Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 730i
Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 730iL
Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 735i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 735iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 3.5 Petrol | 235 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 740i Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740iL Jun 1994 — Mar 1996 | 4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 740i
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 740i Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 740iL Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 750i
Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 750iL
Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 750i
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 750iL
Mar 1996 — Sep 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |