Nov 5, 2024 · Overall, the E39 540i remains one of the most tactile, and rewarding to drive V-8 manual sedans on the planet, and the fact that you can pick one up for around $13,000 in late 2024 remains nothing short of miraculous.

The Alpina B10 V8 post-facelift was based on an E39 540i saloon produced by Alpina from September 2000 to February 2002. The engine is an 8 cylinder petrol producing 347 bhp and 480 nm of torque to the rear driving wheels. 0–60 miles per hour in 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 173 miles per hour.

Oct 5, 2021 · At the heart of the E39 M5, breathed a 4.9L, naturally aspirated V8 engine that produced peak output figures of 394bhp at 6,600rpm and 369lb-ft of torque at 3,800rpm. Dubbed the S62, this engine was based on the M62 from the standard 540i.

11 hours ago · After improving on the inline-six formula with the second-gen M5 E34, BMW was ready to push the envelope once again with the third-gen E39 M5. The introduction of a V8 engine was one of the most ...

Jan 17, 2025 · Discover the intricate details of restoring an E39 M5’s 4.9-liter S62 V8 engine after 140,000 miles of wear and tear. From timing chain guide failures to carbon buildup in the secondary air...

The BMW E39 5 Series, launched in 1995, was a technological powerhouse that blended modern aesthetics with cutting-edge innovations and advanced performance features. Its special features included a lightweight construction, lower drag coefficient, and a 4.9-liter DOHC V8 engine in the M5 variant, which delivered 302 horsepower.

Mar 14, 2025 · The BMW E39 M5 – often hailed as the greatest sports sedan of all time. In this review, I take a nostalgic look back at this V8-powered icon, a car that set ...

1 day ago · The high-revving V8 of the M3 E92 takes on the powerhouse V8 of the M5 E39 in a thrilling 1/4 mile drag race. Experience pure acceleration, raw engine sounds, and intense competition on the strip!

Dec 2, 2024 · The BMW E39 M5 is powered by a thumping naturally-aspirated V8 under the hood, displacing 4.9 liters and producing 394 hp at 6,600 rpm and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque at 3,800 rpm.

One engine that truly stands out is the BMW E39 M5's V8 engine. Widely regarded as one of the best engines ever produced by BMW, the S62 engine in the E39 M5 combines impressive power with a thrilling exhaust note.