1997 BMW 540i (Automatic): 0-60 Time, Quarter Mile, & Specs
0-60 mph
6.2
1/4 mile
14.6
Engine
8 Cyl 4.4 Liter
Drive Type
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Body Style
Sedan
Horsepower
282 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque
310 lb-ft @ 3,900 rpm
1997 Percentile *
99%
Very Fast
All Time Percentile
79%
Above Average
* You can read about how percentiles are calculated here.
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