BMW 5 series 1974 vs BMW 5 series 1992

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BMW 5 series
1974 - 1981
BMW 5 series
1992 - 1997
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
BMW 5 series 1974 is available only with rear wheel drive, while BMW 5 series 1992 can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 3.5 (petrol)1.8 - 4.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 90 - 218 HP113 - 286 HP
Torque: 140 - 305 NM162 - 400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.2 - 17 seconds6.4 - 14.7 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.5 - 12.08.0 - 14.5
BMW 5 series 1974 petrol engines consumes on average 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series 1992.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.62 m4.72 m
Width: 1.69 m1.75 m
Height: 1.42 m1.42 m
BMW 5 series 1974 is smaller.
BMW 5 series 1974 is 10 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series 1992, 6 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 620 litres460 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data910 litres
BMW 5 series 1974 has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, BMW 5 series 1974 has 160 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series 1992. The BMW 5 series 1992 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 5 series 1974 is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series 1992, which means BMW 5 series 1974 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`800~ 2`110
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no data
average
Average price (€): 48002200
Pros and Cons: BMW 5 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
BMW 5 sērija has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower price
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