BMW M5 (E34)

BMW M5 (E34) Grey BMW M5 at Arkhangelskoye Estate (Moscow Region, Russia) The E34 generation of the M5 was produced from September 1988 to August 1995. Powered by the S38 straight-six engine, an evolution of the previous generation’s straight-six, the E34 was initially produced in a saloon body style, with a second LHD Touring (estate/wagon) version following in 1992. Production of M5 models began with the painted bodyshell of an E34 5 Series at the BMW Dingolfing plant. Cosmetic changes to the exterior from the standard E34 included unique front and rear bumpers and side rocker panels, contributing to a drag coefficient of 0.32 (from 0.30), while interior updates included a unique gearshift surround, different trunk lining with storage partitions and rear headrests. The second-generation M5 was introduced with the S38B36 engine, which generated 232 kW (311 HP) at 6,900 rpm and 360 N⋅m (266 lb⋅ft) of torque at 4,750 rpm. Top speed was electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). Special editions There were four special editions of the E34 M5. The Cecotto, Winkelhock and 20 Jahre editions which were offered as LHD Euro specification models while the RHD UK Limited edition was only sold in the United Kingdom. The Cecotto Edition M5, named after Johnny Cecotto, featured several luxury items fitted, including Nappa leather for the steering wheel and heated seats. A total of 22 Cecotto E34 M5s were produced. The other M5 special edition dedicated to a race driver was the Winkelhock Edition, named after touring car driver Joachim Winkelhock. The resulting car was a lightweight M5 stripped of some amenities. A total of 51 Winkelhock E34 M5s were produced with the options of having Jet Black with contrasting lower body panels in Sterling Silver metallic paint. The 20 Jahre Motorsport Edition was built to celebrate BMW Motorsport’s 20th anniversary in 1992. Twenty cars were produced, all Euro-spec 3.8-litre models. Offered only in Mugello Red, the anniversary edition had a number of aesthetic trim upgrades such as carbon fiber dash panels, red seat belts embroidered with “BMW Motorsport,” and M-Technic rear-view mirrors. The UK Limited Edition was produced from March to June 1995, to commemorate the end of right-hand drive E34 M5 production. Fifty cars were produced. Each E34 M5 Limited Edition is equipped with the three-spoke sport steering wheel, Shadowline trim, power sunroof, power front seats, headlight washers and manual air conditioning. Additionally, 20 M5 Touring Elekta models were assembled for distribution in Italy in 1995. These units were ordered directly by a group of Italian BMW dealers. Characteristics Manufacturer: Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (BMW AG) Assembly: Dingolfing (Germany) / Rosslyn (South Africa) Years of production: 1988—1995 Length: 4720 mm Width: 1750 mm Height: 1392 mm Engine: 6 cylinders; 3535–3795 cc Power: 311–335 HP Max speed: 250 km/h Fuel consumption: 12 l/100 km Weight: 1745 kg   See also Transport blog See also Cars blog See also Motorcycles blog See also Buses blog See also Shipbuilding blog See also Motors and Engines blog See also Trains and railways blog See also Trucks and Cargo Vehicles blog See also Tractors and Special Equipment blog See also Tanks and Armored Vehicles See also Airplanes blog See also Helicopters blog See also Artillery, Missiles and Rockets blog See also Bicycles blogThe post BMW M5 (E34) first appeared on All PYRENEES.