BMW 518
BMW 518
The E12 is the first generation of 5 Series, and was manufactured for model years 1972–1981. It replaced the New Class sedans and was produced in the sedan body style. The initial models were powered by four-cylinder engines, with a six-cylinder engine introduced a year later.
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General Data
Make
BMW
Model
518
Model Code
E12
Production / Sales Year(s)
1975 - 1976
Country of origin
Germany
Body work and dimensions
Body type
Saloon
Doors
4
Number of seats
5
Length CM
462
Length in
181.89
Width CM
169
Width in
66.54
Height CM
142.5
Height in
56.1
Wheelbase CM
263.6
Wheelbase in
103.78
Curb Weight KG (EU)
1230
Curb Weight LBS (EU)
2712
Engine
Engine Type
in-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Displacement (cc)
1766
Engine Displacement (cui)
108
Engine (l)
1.8
Engine HP
89
Engine PS
90
Engine KW
66
@RPM
5800
Engine Max Torque (NM)
143
Engine Max Torque (Lb-Ft)
105
Engine Max Torque (kgf-m)
14.58
Engine Max Torque RPM
3700
Fueltype
Gasoline
Fuel system
Carburator
Charge system
Naturally aspirated
Unless noted otherwise, DIN rated horsepower and torque is given.
Transmission
Transmission Type
Manual
Number of gears
4
Chassis
Engine position
Front
Drive Train
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity Liter
70
Performance (Factory Claim)
Top Speed Km/h
160
Top Speed MP/H
99
Acceleration 0-100 km/h | 0-62 Mph in sec.
13.9
Brakes and suspension
Front Brakes
Disks
Rear Brakes
Drums
Front Suspension
Coil Springs
Rear Suspension
Coil Springs
Standard Tire Size
175R14S
Credit Photography and text
Wikipedia Page
Technical Specifications
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Text Source
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Last modified
10/08/2023
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