1996 Technical Specifications
740i
Weight | Engine | Transmission | Performance | Fuel Comsumption | Wheels | Electrical System
Weight
Curb weight, lb.:
......Automatic transmission
4145
Max permissible
5204 (3792)
Permitted load
1058
Permitted axle load front/rear
2558/2867
Permitted roof load
221
Engine
Liter/Type
4.0/V8
Bore/stroke
3.5/3.15 in.
Nominal output/rpm
282/5800 hp
Max. torque/rpm
295/4500 lb-ft/min
Compression ratio/fuel grade
10.0:1/unleaded premium
Transmission
Gear ratios I/II/III/IV/V/R
3.55/2.24/1.54/1.00/0.79/3.68 :1
Final drive ratio
3.15 :1
Performance
Drag coefficient
0.31 Cd
Top speed*
128 mph
Accerleration** 0-50
7.6 sec
Fuel Consumption***
City
16 mpg
Highway
24 mpg
Wheels
Tire dimensions
235/60 R 16 100H
Wheel dimensions
8J x 16
Electrical System
Battery capacity
110 Amp-hours
Alternator output
140/1960 Amps/Watts
* - Top speed limited electronically
** - Actual acceleration results may vary depending on specification of vehicle; road and environmental
conditions; testing procedures and driving style. These results should be used for comparison only, and
verification should not be attempted on public roads. BMW urges you to obey all posted speed laws and to
please wear your safety belt at all times.
*** - EPA- estimated figures are for comparision purposes only. Your actual mileage may vary, depending on
speed, weather and trip length; actual highway mileage will most likely be lower.