BMW 740d (E38)
BMW 7 series 1998 3.9 diesel description
Sedan BMW 740d has been produced from April, 1999 to November, 2001. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.9 litres, which produces power of 238 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and biturbo turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 7 series 3.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.75 litres.
BMW 740d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 740d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 242 km/h.
BMW 740d fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 15 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 85 litres or 22.46 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1200 kilometers on highway.
BMW 740d technical data
| Model: | BMW 740d | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1999. April ... 2001. November | ||
| Engine: | 3901 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 260 g/km |
| Power: | 238 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 560 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 242 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 7.0 (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: | 2495 kg | ||
BMW 740d engine M67D40
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 3901 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio | 18 : 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 | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| BMW 740d oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 8.75 litres (9.2 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 16 litres (16.9 quarts) |
| Power | 238 - 245 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
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BMW 740d
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| BMW 740iL Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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| BMW 750i Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 | 5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 750iL
Sep 1998 — Nov 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 326 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |