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BMW 5-Series: 535/550 Rumors

17 messages,  Last post on Feb 09, 2007 at 10:58 AM

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Re: Model Year '08 begins in March [achonko] by shulse
Feb 07, 2007 (3:33 pm)
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Replying to: achonko (Feb 06, 2007 8:28 pm)

What do you think the performance specs on the bi-turbo 4.4l will look like? My hunch is over 400 on bhp & torque, with heavy low-end torque.
Also, do you think the bi-turbo design will create more maintenance issues?
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Re: Model Year '08 begins in March [shulse] by achonko
Feb 08, 2007 (3:10 pm)
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Replying to: shulse (Feb 07, 2007 3:33 pm)

The initial bench test gave results that were close to 500 HP, and Torque.
BMW will limit it to about 420 SAE HP and Torque.
You are right about the low end torque with flat and wider bandwidth than the N54 engine.
Performance wise, the 550i will be to the S6, the way the 335i is to the S4.
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Re: Model Year '08 begins in March [achonko] by bruceomega
Feb 09, 2007 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: achonko (Feb 08, 2007 3:10 pm)

Achonko,
 
Interesting correlation of models. Was curious, to what do you think the 535i will compare?
 
Thanks
Bruce
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Re: Model Year '08 begins in March [bruceomega] by achonko
Feb 09, 2007 (10:58 am)
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Replying to: bruceomega (Feb 09, 2007 8:32 am)

The 535i in pricing terms will attract a marginal price increase.
Performance wise, the 535 will compare to the following models:
Audi 4.2 V8 Quattro A6(on the dry) but cost less
Infiniti 4.5l V8 M45 with identical pricing.
Lexus 4.3l V8 GS430 but cost less
 
Performance wise, the 535i will outperform these cars.

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