The Saloon version of the 5 Series model has a 3453 cc (210.7 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular BMW 5 Series M535i E12 has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The 1980 BMW 5 Series reaches its peak power of 215 bhp (160 kW) @ 5200 rpm.
The 1980 BMW 5 Series produces torque measuring 224 lb-ft (303.7 Nm) @ 4000 rpm.
The 5 Series weighs around 1391 kg (3066 lb). The 1980 BMW 5 Series Power to weight is 154.5 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 161.0 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The 1980 BMW 5 Series has a top speed of 142 mph (228.5 kph)
The 1980 BMW 5 Series accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.1s. The 1980 BMW 5 Series estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.48 seconds with a trap speed of 89.7 mph.
Mercedes SL Class 63 AMG Cabriolet
Engine: Twin Turbo Petrol | 5461cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 186 mph
0-60mph: 4.00 seconds
Maserati Quattroporte AM 107 4.1 V8
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 4136cc 32v V8
Top Speed: 209.2 kph
0-100kph: 8.6 seconds