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.
Porsche 911 GT3 997
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3600cc 24v St6
Top Speed: 181 mph
0-60mph: 4.30 seconds
Aston-Martin DBS Coupe 4.0 12v
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3996cc 12v St6
Top Speed: 225.3 kph
0-100kph: 8.8 seconds