E34 535i SE Auto - Performance Figures

[bmthnick1981]

I'm doing a top gear style challenge to the 'ring in a couple of weeks with a group of friends (3 cars total), usual rules, car must be sub £1k to buy, registered before 31.12.89 etc.

I've opted for an E34 535i SE Auto as I found a very tidy one for £400. I really wanted a manual sport but they seem thinner on the ground and more costly.

Anyway, as part of the point scoring for the challenge we need to know BHP, 0-60 and top speed. This information will form the 'top trumps' element of the challenge.

Does anyone have manufacturers figures for BHP, 0-60, and top speed for the E34 535i SE Auto?

Online when having a quick look I have seen BHP range from 208-218, 0-60 vary from 7.7 - 9.3 and top speed generally around 140mph. Does this seem right? If anyone has any accurate figures (from a road test or owners manual) that would be great.

Thanks in advance.

[trickywoo]

211bhp

0-62 7.7

146mph

For the manual

Good buy for £400 if its a nice one

[bmthnick1981]

Thanks Tricky thats useful, what is your source for the figures?

I'll get some pics up of the car when we get back from our trip.

[trickywoo]

Here

http://www.autoevolution.com/engine/bmw-5-series-e...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_5_Series_(E34)

They both agree on power and speed but only the first gives 0-62