The most powerful of the E39 family would be the BMW M5 that had the S62 high-performance variant of the M62 engine. Considered to be a V-8 Super Sedan, the M5 could reach speeds of 60 MPH in under 5-seconds because of the power produced by the 4.9L naturally aspirated V-8 engine. To keep this one of the most reliable BMW engines, engineers MY 540ia. Kwan chow, 03/01/2002. BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6M) 13 of 13 people found this review helpful. I wanted a car with the power and handling ability of a sports car. Yet, I How wide is the vehicle, 1998 BMW 5 Series Sedan? 1800 mm 70.87 in. What is the curb weight, 1998 BMW 5 Series (E39) 528i (193 Hp)? 1500 kg 3306.93 lbs. What is the gross weight, 1998 BMW 5 Series (E39) 528i (193 Hp)? 2040 kg 4497.43 lbs. How much trunk (boot) space, 1998 BMW 5 Series Sedan? 460 l 16.24 cu. ft. How many gears, What type is the Find your ideal BMW 5 Series E39 [96-04] from top dealers and private sellers in your area with PistonHeads Classifieds. BMW 5 Series E39 [96-04] reviews and road tests. Community rating. 3.9 BMW crafted a timeless look, and the E39 deserves a spot in the running for any "best-of" BMW design lists. You wouldn’t know this 5 Series is an M5 from the front via an “M” badge. The first 5 Series launched in 1972, and reinstated BMW's pre-war 'series' naming structure. The 5 Series sat in the middle of the saloon lineup, the 3 Series followed below in 1975, the 7 Series BMW 5 Series (E39) 2000-2003 pecs, photos, engines, years, launch date and history The E39 5-Series was a successful sedan for the German car-maker. It was available with a wide engine choice This BMW 5 Series E39 530i model was produced in the period between 09/2000 and 07/2003 model years. Equipped with straight 6 petrol (gasoline) engine with 2979 ccm capacity it produces 231 Hp and 170 kW power at 5900 rpm and 300 Nm torque at 3500 rpm with top claim speed 250 km/h and acceleration 0-100 km/h in 7,1 s 0KRS.