Which E60 engine to avoid?
The timing chain of the BMW E60 shows considerable weaknesses in various engine variants, which become noticeable through characteristic symptoms. The 525i 218 hp, 530i 272 hp and 525d 197 hp engines are particularly affected, with the first signs of a stretched timing chain appearing as early as 80,000-120,000 km. BMW 5 Series years to avoid 2007-2010 520d and other four-cylinder diesels (late E60/E61) – The N47 diesel engine is widely associated with premature timing chain wear/stretch that can lead to very costly engine damage if it fails, especially on higher-mileage cars with patchy history.
What is the specs of the E60 M?
The E60 M5 is powered by the BMW S85 V10 engine, which produces 373 kW (500 hp) at 7,750 rpm, 520 N⋅m (384 lb⋅ft) at 6,100 rpm and has a redline of 8,250 rpm. The 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time is 4. This 2007 M5 features the S85 5. V10 producing 500 horsepower and this one also features the rare and desirable six-speed manual transmission for maximum engagement. The S85, derived from BMW’s Formula 1 engine development, revs to 8,250 rpm and represents the only production V10 BMW ever installed in a sedan.The BMW M5 is fitted with a 4. V8 which is paired to an electric motor. As standard it sends 727hp to all four wheels, but this car isn’t standard. It’s had an ECU tune, an intake, downpipes and a sport exhaust system fitted. The result is a whopping 1,020hp and 1,200Nm of torque.
How rare is the E60 M5?
According to the M Registry, only about 1,200 manual E60 M5’s were ever produced, roughly 600 of them in Sapphire Black Metallic . I don’t own it anymore, but it was the greatest car I’ve ever had. I don’t think we’ll ever see a 500+ horsepower family sedan with 3 pedals and a V10 ever again. Thought I’d share. All of the E60 gen M5 were V10.
Is the E60 M5 fast?
The bmw m5 e60 accelerates from 0 to 100 kmh in 4. Bmw m4 csl 300km/h on autobahn [no speed limit] – youtube.