BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Specs

(1998 - 2001) - Technical Specifications for Years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
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Key Specs

Petrol
268.4 cu-in
4398 cm3
V 8
282 HP
286 PS / 210 kW
324 lb-ft
440 Nm
155 Mph
250 km/h

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Body, Model and Production details BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Body, Model and Production details

Generation : E38
Body : Sedan
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Engine Technical Data BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : V 8
Engine Code : M62B44TU
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch DME M5.2
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 268.4 cu-in / 4398 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.62 x 3.26 inches
92 x 82.7 mm
Number of valves : 32 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 10
Horsepower : 282 HP / 286 PS / 210 kW
@ 5400 rpm
Maximum torque : 324 lb-ft / 440 Nm
@ 3600 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
5 speed Automatic

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City NEDC : 13 MPG
18.1 L/100 km
16 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road NEDC : 26 MPG
9.2 L/100 km
31 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined NEDC : 19 MPG
12.5 L/100 km
23 MPG UK
Range : 423 miles / 680 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 22.5 gallons
85 L
18.7 UK gallons
CO2 emissions : 301 g/km (BMW)
Emission standard : Euro 3
Catalytic converter : Y

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Performance BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Performance

Top Speed : 155 Mph / 250 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 7.0 s

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 115.35 inches / 293.0 cm
Length : 196.22 inches / 498.4 cm
Width : 73.31 inches / 186.2 cm
Width with mirrors : 81.22 inches / 206.3 cm
Height : 56.5 inches / 143.5 cm
Max. Towing Capacity Weight : 4630 lbs / 2100 kg
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.3
Curb Weight : 4244 lbs / 1925 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 6.7 kg/hp

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Interior size, Dimensions BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 17.7 cu-ft / 500 L

BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW E38 7 Series 740iA Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(12.76 inches / 324 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(12.76 inches / 324 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 235/60 R16
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 235/60 R16
Turning circle : 38.1 feet / 11.6 m
Front Suspension : Double-joint spring struts(MacPherson)
Rear Suspension : Multi-link suspension
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How fast is a BMW E38 7 Series 740iA?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 7.0 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h / 155 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1998 BMW E38 7 Series 740iA have?
The 1998 BMW E38 7 Series 740iA has 286 PS / 282 bhp / 210 kW.

How much does a BMW E38 7 Series 740iA weighs?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA weighs 1925 Kg / 4244 lbs.

What is the BMW E38 7 Series 740iA gas mileage?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA gas mileage is City NEDC 13 MPG / 18.1 L/100 km / 16 MPG UK / Open road NEDC 26 MPG / 9.2 L/100 km / 31 MPG UK / Combined NEDC 19 MPG / 12.5 L/100 km / 23 MPG UK.

What engine is in BMW E38 7 Series 740iA?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4398 cm3 / 268.4 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the BMW E38 7 Series 740iA?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA is 196.22 inches / 498.4 cm long, 73.31 inches / 186.2 cm wide, and 56.5 inches / 143.5 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 115.35 inches / 293.0 cm.

How much cargo space does a BMW E38 7 Series 740iA have?
The BMW E38 7 Series 740iA offers 17.7 cu-ft / 500 L of trunk space.