1994-2001
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The James Bond 7 Series. The E38's elegant proportions and V8/V12 powertrain options made it BMW's most desirable luxury sedan — and it looked spectacular being remote-controlled in Tomorrow Never Dies.
History
The E38 introduced satellite navigation, curtain airbags, and BMW's first diesel V8. The 750iL's 5.4-liter V12 was whisper-quiet and effortlessly powerful. Many consider the E38 the best-looking 7 Series ever made.
Timeline
1994Production begins
2001Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total340,242
DesignerJoji Nagashima
Production Period1994-2001
Estimated Value$8K-$22K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine4.4L V8 (M62)
Power286 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque420 Nm
0-60 mph6.3 sec
Top Speed250 km/h
Transmission5-speed automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,810 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.31
BodySteel unibody
Engine Details
Engine CodeM62B44
Displacement4.4L (4,398 cc)
Bore x Stroke92 x 82.7 mm
Compression10
Valves32
Fuel SystemBosch sequential multi-point fuel injection
Engine ManagementBosch Motronic M5.2
Performance
0-100 km/h6.6 sec
0-60 mph6.3 sec
Top Speed250 km/h
Fuel Economy12.5 l/100km combined
Weight-to-Power6.3 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,984 mm
Width1,862 mm
Height1,435 mm
Wheelbase2,930 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-pivot MacPherson struts with coil springs and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link (Integral IV) with coil springs and anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated disc
Rear BrakesVentilated disc
SteeringRecirculating ball, power-assisted (Servotronic)
Tires235/60R16
Wheels8.0J x 16
Stability SystemsDSC, ASC+T, ABS
Drivetrain
Gear Ratios1st 3.67, 2nd 2.00, 3rd 1.41, 4th 1.00, 5th 0.74 (ZF 5HP30)
Final Drive3.15
Capacity
Fuel Tank85 L
Trunk Volume500 L
Doors4
Seats5
Source: BMW AG / Wikipedia
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Designed by Joji Nagashima
From the 1990s
