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A V10 derived from the BMW-Sauber F1 program in a family sedan. 507hp, revving to 8250rpm. The most outrageous M5 ever.
History
BMW put a Formula 1-derived V10 in a sedan. The S85 engine shared design philosophy with the P86 F1 engine, with individual throttle bodies and an 8250rpm redline. The controversial SMG gearbox divided opinions, but the engine note was unforgettable.
Production & Heritage
Production Total20,589
DesignerBMW M GmbH
Production Period2005–2010
Estimated Value$25K–$50K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine5.0L V10 (S85B50)
Power507 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque520 Nm
0–60 mph4.2 sec
Top Speed250 km/h (Electronically limited (unrestricted ~330km/h))
Transmission7-speed SMG III or 6-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,855 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.31
BodySteel unibody
Engine Details
Engine CodeS85B50
Displacement5.0L (4,999 cc)
Bore x Stroke92 x 75.2 mm
Compression12.0:1
Valves4 per cylinder (40 total)
Fuel SystemSiemens MSS 65 individual throttle bodies
Performance
0–100 km/h4.7 sec
0–60 mph4.2 sec
Top Speed250 km/h (Electronically limited (unrestricted ~330km/h))
Weight-to-Power3.7 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,855 mm
Width1,846 mm
Height1,469 mm
Wheelbase2,889 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-pivot MacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link integral, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated cross-drilled disc 374mm
Rear BrakesVentilated disc 370mm
SteeringRack and pinion, Servotronic speed-sensitive power-assist
Tires (Front)255/40 ZR19
Tires (Rear)285/35 ZR19
Capacity
Fuel Tank70 L
Doors4
Seats5
Source: auto-data.net, BMW Group Archive
