BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic Specs

BMW LogoBMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic has been in production since 1998 - 2001. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 4.4L liters, engines produces a power of 286 Hp. Fuel consumption of BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic is 12.5 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4984x1862x1435 mm, and the weight is from 1850 kg.

BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001
BMW 7 Series (E38, facelift 1998) 740i (286 Hp) Steptronic 1998 - 2001


General data

Generation7 Series (E38, facelift 1998)
Modification740i (286 Hp) Steptronic
Start of production1998 year
End of production2001 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM62B44

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban18.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban9.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined12.5 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)7 sec
Maximum speed250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio6.5 kg/Hp, 154.6 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power286 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power per litre65 Hp/l
Torque440 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4398 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore92 mm
Piston Stroke82.7 mm
Compression ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine oil capacity7.5 l
Coolant12.5 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)5 Steptronic
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionInclined Lever
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size235/60 R16
Wheel rims sizeR16

Dimensions

Length4984 mm
Width1862 mm
Height1435 mm
Wheelbase2930 mm
Front track1552 mm
Rear (Back) track1568 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.30
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11.6 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1850 kg
Max. weight2385 kg
Max load535 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum500 l
Fuel tank capacity85 l