1989-1999 8 Series OverviewBMW 8 Series Overview (1989 - 1999)
E31
Tech Specs Summary
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- 155 mph
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- 6.0 - 6.9 seconds
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- 282 - 375 hp
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- 18 - 20.1 mpg
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- 3,924 - 4,189 lbs
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- 11.3 - 12.7 ft3
This generation of the BMW 8 Series (E31) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1989 - 1999. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are four power levels available from either a 4 L V8 gasoline engine or 5 L V12 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 8 Series is the BMW 850CSi which scores 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 375 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.96 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 850i is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 429 miles and can store 12.7 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,433 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.