BMW Releases New 5 Series June 20
Cheap NFL Jerseys , 2012 | Author: jacobthompson | Posted in Others ::
The BMW E34 is the version of the BMW 5 Series automobile built from February 1988 to 1995 with the Touring model ending June 1996. It replaced the
BMW E28 in 1988 and was replaced by the E39 in 1996.
In the North-American market the E34 succeeded the BMW E28 in May 1988 with two models. The 525i used
the BMW M20 engine while the 535i used the larger M30. The cars were a blend of
BMW tradition and modern technology. BMW’s traditional FR layout and straight-6
were used, providing the smooth engine and optimal weight distribution BMW
customers had come to expect. New 5-series also had a much stiffer body and was
more streamlined than its predecessor, and had design cues to introduce in 1987
7-series.
The E34 was among the most reliable luxury cars on the market, earning the best-in-class ratings from Intellichoice in 1991, and still
considered one of the most reliable BMWs ever made. It was also 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. It was also equipped with automatic stability control
(ASC) or traction control (ASC+T) in later years on higher-specification
variants.
Models While Europe was given a large selection of engine choices and combinations; the North American market was more limited. While North
America received only the 525i, 525i Touring, 535i, 530i, 530i Touring, 540i,
and the M5, the European market also got the E34 518i, 520i, 6-cylinder 530i,
diesel 525tds
Cheap Jerseys , 525iX, M5 touring and 540i Touring. The cars were also available earlier in
Europe than in America.
Models were distinguished in the same fashion as BMW E32 7 series cars – by the grille. V8 models (and 525 after 1995) were equipped
wide grille, while other sported narrow “kidneys”.
BMW E34 touring – with wide grille
BMW E34 sedan – with narrow grille
525i
BMW 525i M20 I6 engine the 525i was built throughout the E34 production and in 1992 was offered
as a wagon (touring version) in the USA. In June 1990 (1991MY), the engine was
switched from the single overhead cam M20 engine to the double overhead cam
M50B25 engine, raising power from 170 to 192 horsepower (141 kW). Also, fuel
economy by ten percent, and a change from a timing belt to a timing chain
improved reliability. A further revision of the 525i engine took place in 1993,
when VANOS was added to the M50 engine which was designated the M50TU. The TU
represents a Technical Update, reflecting the variable valve timing technology
(VANOS) added to the intake camshaft. VANOS brought no horsepower increase, but
flattened the torque curve from about 3,000 rpm up to redline at approximately
6,300 rpm.
525iXThe 525iX was the only four-wheel drive version in the E34 series. It was available both as a sedan and a touring wagon version. It
features a computer-controlled rear and centre differentials. The centre
differential normally would divide 36% torque to the front axle and 64% to the
rear axle, but could adjust the ratio according to driving conditions in case
wheels of one of the axles started to slip.
530iThe six cylinders E34 530i was available in Europe starting in 1988 but it never arrived in North America.
It had a M30B30 3.0 liter inline-6 engine producing 188 bhp (140 kW). This
European version of the 530i was discontinued in 1990. The eight cylinder 530i
model was introduced to North America in 1992. Replacing the 535i, it had the
new M60, 32 valve DOHC 3.0 liter V8 engine producing 218 bhp (163 kW). It was
also offered in a touring version.
535i
BMW 535i M30 I6 engine 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 and its engine ended in 1993,
replaced by the V8 530i and 540i models. Despite the 535i designation, the M30
engine found in the E34 535i was actually 3430cc (3.4 liters). The M30 is rated
at (211 PS) @ 5.700 rpm and 305 N?m (225 lb?ft) @ 4.000 rpm. The car can get
14-17 miles per U.S. gallon (17 to 14 L100 km) city and 20-23 mpg (U.S.)
highway. A rare 535is model was available in some markets (not North America).
It featured a limited-slip differential and sport trim. In North America a
limited slip differential was available, together with heated front
seats
Cheap China Jerseys , as an optional winter package. Just over 5,000 535i’s were made with the 5-speed transmission, making this combination very sought
after by BMW enthusiasts.
535i Sport & 525i Sport (UK) the E34 535i Sport was introduced to the UK market as a 1989 model. Production of the 535i Sport
and its M30B35 engine ended in 1993 to be succeeded by the 525i Sport powered by
the modern M50B25 24 valve engine.
525i Sport 1992-1995 192 bhp @5900 rpm and 181 lb?ft @ 4700 rpm.
535i Sport 1989-1993 211 bhp @ 5700 rpm and 225 lb?ft @ 4000 rpm.
All official UK Sport models came factory fitted with aerodynamic M Technic body styling comprising of front and rear bumpers, side skirts and M
Technic rear boot spoiler. In addition to this they also came factory fitted
with the following standard equipment – cloth or optional leather BMW sports
seats – leather trim was a ?1079 optional extra, M Technic I or II steering
wheel, Limited slip differential, 30mm lower M Technic sports suspension
manufactured by Bilstien, close ratio 5 speed manual gearbox or the switchable 4
speed ZF automatic transmission which was a ?1860 optional extra, Blaupunkt
Cambridge radiotape unit + 6 stereo speakers, On board computer and cruise
control (standard equipment on 535i sport and options on the 525i sport), front
fog lights, ABS, electric windows front and rear, electric steel sunroof, shadow
line tail pipe trim, chrome Stiletto boots do .
