The E39 generation of the BMW M5 is well-known today for its powerful V8 engine and manual transmission, but it almost wasn't ...

BMW Blog brought our attention to this story from BMW North America about the development of the E39 M5. In it, Alex ...

More fascinating tales from BMW North America’s crypt, and this one’s a (literal) biggie. Development of the E39-generation ...

The brand even considered a V-6 powerplant before ultimately landing on the legendary S62.

This E39 is a 1996 523i. Considering that the E39 first went into production late in 1995, it’s one of the first examples of ...

The E39 M5 also had a perfect 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution, giving it superb and predictable handling capabilities. Throttle response was excellent, and coupled with the precise six-speed ...

The numbers say that now, his car, has more power than an E39 M5. His creation puts down 4 27 HP at the wheels and 400 lb-ft (542 Nm) of torque thanks to the 6-liter V8.

Under the hood of the E39, you’ll find a 4.9-liter V8 based on the 5.4-liter unit of the 540i. The first road-going V8 designed by BMW Motorsport GmbH is also shared with the Z8 roadster and ...

The E39-generation BMW M5 is one of the greatest sport sedans on earth. It's the perfect mix of capability and luxury, all packed into a well-designed, understated package. Its main attraction is ...

The interior of the M5 is at the higher end of BMW's spectrum, featuring enough color and trim options to satisfy even the most peculiar and pedantic BMW buyer, also known as the average Saab owner.

This E38 BMW 7-Series With E39 M5 Engine And 6sp Manual Transplant Sounds Delicious With the 4.9-liter V8 from the M5 and a 6-speed manual, what more could you want? by Sam D. Smith ...