The Saloon version of the 5 Series model has a 4941 cc (301.5 ci) 32 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular BMW 5 Series M5 E39 has a 6 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The 5 Series's 4941 cc (301.5 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 400 bhp (298 kW) @ 6600 rpm.
The BMW 5 Series produces torque measuring 369 lb-ft (500.2 Nm) @ 3800 rpm.
The 5 Series weighs around 1720 kg (3791 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 232.5 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 214.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The BMW 5 Series M5 E39 - [1999] has a top speed of 155 mph (249.4 kph)
This 5 Series accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 4.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.1s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 13.83 seconds with a trap speed of 103.2 mph.
Ford Thunderbird 2.3 Turbo 9th Gen
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 2301cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 138 mph
0-60mph: 7.50 seconds
Audi R8 4.2 V8 S-Tronic FSI Quattro
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 4163cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 299.3 kph
0-100kph: 4.3 seconds