The BMW E28 is the second generation of BMW 5 Series executive cars, [1] which was produced from 1981 to 1988 and replaced the E12 5 Series. Pre-series production began in April 1981 and the car was introduced in the autumn that year.

It's an economotor, friends, the first Bimmer powerplant tuned for fuel efficiency instead of flat-out autobahn-burning horsepower. There's even a fuel-econo­my gauge beneath the tach to help you...

Its power output is prodigious: 169 hp at 5500 rpm—34 more horses than the new Citation X-11's impressive V-6 of the same displacement. And the cammer six does get the job done. Our test car...

Mar 19, 2024 · BMW 5 Series (E28) 1981-1988 pecs, photos, engines, years, launch date and history

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Mar 20, 2024 · The E12 had earned itself a fine reputation as a well-made, mid-range saloon that ranged from the 518 to the hot-rodded 528i and M535i. Launched in September 1981, the E28 5 series range started with the 518, powered by a 90bhp four …

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The 528e, which was known as the 525e in Europe, was powered by BMW's M20B27 engine. This engine was designed for efficiency (thus the 'e' in 528e) and emphasized low end torque. It displaced 2.7L and generated 123hp (121hp with catalytic converter).

Unlike its more basic predecessor, the E28 featured all mod cons including power windows, power seats and even a trip computer. As well as the range of standard cars, hot versions were added in the form of M5 and M535i. VITAL STATISTICS. E28 520i 1981. Engine 1991cc/DOHC/Inline 6. Power (bhp@rpm) 123bhp@5800rpm. Torque (lb …

The legendary 5-Series BMW E28 was produced between 1981 and 1988 and included a host of models including the carbureted 518 and fuel injected 518i and 520i, the first ever BMW diesel the 524d, the 2.5 L / 2.7 L 525i and 525e, the 2.8 L 528i and …