BMW 520 1972 specs
General information
Model: | BMW 520 |
Year: | 1972 |
Category: | Large/luxury cars |
Manufacturer: | BMW |
Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
Engine type: | Inline, 4 cylinder |
Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
Displacement: | 1989 ccm |
Max power: | 114.6 PS (85 kW) at 5800 Rev. per min. |
Max torque: | 165 Nm at 3700 Rev. per min. |
Compression: | 9:1 |
Bore x stroke: | 89 x 80 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches) |
Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
Cooling system: | Liquid |
Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
Top speed: | 172 km/h (106.9 mph) |
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 12.3 seconds |
Power/weight ratio: | 0.0932 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
Chassis type: | Sedan/saloon |
Max no. of doors: | 4 |
Passenger space: | 3970 litres (1049 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
Front tire dimensions: | 175/80-SR14 |
Rear tire dimensions: | 175/80-SR14 |
Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
Weight: | 1230 kg (2711.7 pounds) |
Overall length: | 4630 mm (182.3 inches) |
Overall width: | 1700 mm (66.9 inches) |
Overall height: | 1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
Wheelbase: | 2640 mm (103.9 inches) |
Fuel capacity: | 70 litres (18.49 gallons) |