New M5 engine pics and official specs! (forget it 56k)

[Hawk]

Redline at 8.250 rpm
Maximum output 507 hp (373 kW) at 7.750 rpm
Peak torque 520 Nm at 6100 rpm
450 Nm available from 3.500 rpm
80% of maximum torque is available at up to 5.500 rpm
Torque map: http://www.bm3w.co.uk/ug/data/500/34graph.jpg
The third generation SMG system is claimed to be 20% faster than SMG II

[OreoGaborio]

that's the sexiest "no T&A" thread............... ever :shock:

[e30evolution]

that does it.... i need one of those and a kit to make it fit

[randomtask37]

niccce pictures.

[grk325]

man thats going to be a bitch to work on
:shock:

[RedBaron86325]

The coolest part would have to be the assembly for the main bearings. No individual bearing caps. I'd say that is a very strong bottom end.

I also like the cam gears.
Those exhaust manifolds look pretty expensive.

[parkerbink]

I WANT ONE!!!!!

:shock: :roll: