Dinan has devoted recent attention to the mild-mannered 850i coupe, a $92,040 car that has been a departure from BMW tradition since it first turned up in 1991. The 850i's sophisti­cated V-12 engine ...

Toyota is about to launch a new supercar—instead of opting for a downsized engine, it will be powered by an all-new twin-turbocharged V8, one that will be shared with Lexus as well. Toyota’s ...

Although Subaru didn't invent flat engines, and isn't the only automaker still using them, those motors have become a defining characteristic of the brand. (The same can be said for all-wheel drive, ...

The Mazzanti Millecavalli supercar powered by a 7.2L twin-turbo V8 engine. Captured with startup, revs, and acceleration showcasing its raw Italian performance and distinctive exhaust tone. Democrats ...

This 650i’s replacement motor didn’t last long, and its internal damage tells a familiar story for early N63 owners. The BMW N63 V8 was initially praised but quickly became notorious for unreliability ...

While BMW certainly used to favor naturally aspirated engines, the German automaker has been relying on boosted fours and sixes much more frequently over the last 20 years. BMW has experimented with ...

Parkers is proud to have the most comprehensive online specifications for cars across the web. Whatever you want to know about the BMW 5-Series Saloon 535i Petrol (1996 - 2003), our detailed specs ...

The 2002 Turbo was the original tiny Bimmer that could and helped pave the way for today’s M2. The standard version was introduced in 1968 as a 02 series with a more potent 2.0-liter inline-four, but ...

BMW is celebrating one of the most important cars in its history with a modern take: the M2 Turbo Design Edition. The new model was inspired by the legendary BMW 2002 Turbo of the 1970s. BMW has ...

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A four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine that Mercedes-Benz intends to use in the near future, the B48 is a properly impressive lump that features an electronic oil level sensor in the oil pan ...