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5 Saloon (E12) (03.1972 - 08.1981)
Technical data BMW 5 Saloon (E12)
  • Engines currently produced 518, 518 i, 520, 520 i, 520 i/6, 520/6, 525, 528, 528 i, 528i, 530 i, M535 i
  • Max. power [kW] 160
  • Min. power [kW] 66
  • Max. power [hp] 218
  • Min. power [hp] 90
  • Max. number of cylinders 6
  • Min. number of cylinders 4
  • Max. cylinder capacity (cc) 3453
  • Min. cylinder capacity (cc) 1766
  • Max. engine displacement 3.5
  • Min. engine displacement 1.8
  • Engine type Petrol Engine
  • Type of drive Rear-Wheel Drive
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