random car specs

[devinwwu]

Just was browsing around and found some stuff on my particular model. first time i've found such in depth stuff about it.

535i
The E34 535i was introduced in Europe as a 1988 model but was not available in North America until 1989. Production of the E34 535i was discontinued in North America in 1993, replaced by the 530i and 540i models.

Despite the 535i designation, the M30 engine found in the E34 535i was actually 3430cc. Only 5% of total production 535i's were 5-speeds. The car can get 14-17 miles per U.S. gallon (17 to 14 L/100 km) city and 23-29 mpg (U.S.) (10 to 8 L/100 km) highway.

The 535i was one of the safest cars on the road during its production, providing airbags, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, and a very rigid body structure to protect occupants in the event of an accident. The 60-0 mph (97 to 0 km/h) stopping distance of 130 feet (40 m) was the best of any production sedan in 1990. The interior features standard leather seating and door panel inserts. The dash and doors are covered in matching vinyl along with chrome trim to add to the luxury.


Performance
With 5-Speed Getrag manual transmission:

0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) in 7.6 s
1/4 mile (0.4 km) in 15.7 s
Top speed (computer-limited): 128 mph (206 km/h)
Top speed (without limiter-Euro models): 153 mph (246 km/h)
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h) in 130 feet (40 m)

General
Weight = 3,570 lb (1620 kg)
Weight distribution F/R = 50%/50%
Standard tire size = 225/60/VR15
Differential gear ratio = 3.46 or 3.46LS (manual)
Standard Equipment: Air Conditioning, AM/FM Cassette with 10 speakers, Rear Defroster, On-Board Computer, Leather Interior, Driver's side airbag (after 1990), 4-wheel anti-lock brakes Power:

steering
10-way adjustable front seats
Windows with all auto-down and driver's auto-up
Central locking system, including trunk and gas filler door locks
one-touch sunroof
mirrors
Options:

Cold Weather Package: Heated - front seats, door lock cylinders, rearview mirrors and windshield washers
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (added in mid 1990)

[jybute]

Yeah I just looked at an 89 535i with a 5 speed, the guy selling it also said that only 5 percent of those cars came with a 5 speed. Pretty crazy. The car is mint. Im just waiting to see how much insurance will give me for my E36. If all goes well Ill be driving that 535 by the end of the week.

[devinwwu]

color???

[xsperf]

wow thats very nice.. ive always liked those really nice 5 speed e34's.. yours is one of them!

[voca]

5% manuals - interesting..

does the website have specs on other cars as well?

[Hoppy]

e28 is the way to roll... gangsta

[devinwwu]

e28 is way lighter. for a while i was thinking about finding a good e28 shell or even an e30 and dropping my setup from the e34 in there. drop hella weight and still have newer components. if the price is right i might still do it, but i think i'd only do an e30 swap now. (bigger weight drop)
oh and thanks for the props xsperf.
i appreciate all feedback, good or bad

[cainchapman]

That number is correct for manuals in the E34. Go to the E34 540 and it is a lot less. 135 LHD (USA) + 32 LHD (Canada) and 70 RHD (Mine is one of these).