1986-1994 7 Series OverviewBMW 7 Series Overview (1986 - 1994)
E32
Tech Specs Summary
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- 137 - 155 mph
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- 7.4 - 9.4 seconds
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- 181 - 296 hp
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- 19.7 - 22.4 mpg
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- 3,461 - 4,034 lbs
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- 17.7 ft3
This generation of the BMW 7 Series (E32) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1986 - 1994. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Sedan. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 181 hp 3 L Inline 6 gasoline engine to a 296 hp 5 L V12 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 7 Series is the BMW 750i which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 296 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.25 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 750iL is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 603 miles and can store 17.7 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,433 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.