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BMW history is closely related with the production of aircraft engines, the logo representing a rotating propeller?
Wilhelm Hofmeister introduced in 1961 on the BMW 1500 the forward curve at the base of the C column: this feature is known as "Hofmeister kink"?
In 1940 a BMW 328 wins the Mille Miglia race with a stunning average speed of 103.4mph?
The infamous McLaren F1 road car had a BMW 6.1 Liter V12 engine producing 627 hp?
BMW's four wheel drive cars wear the "x" badge?
Long wheel base car models with more rear cabin space were designated "L"?

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AC Schnitzer 5 Series GT F07

BMW tuners : "Gran Turismo" means "Grand Tour", and this is the principle behind the 5-series GT by AC Schnitzer. The performance upgrade from 245 to 286 HP for the six-cylinder 530d already gives the standard car more pulling power and racing flair, which is demonstrated externally by the AC Schnitzer engine styling with capacity logo. Yet the 5-series GT by AC Schnitzer doesn't just bring a gleam to the eyes of BMW fans, but acoustically it delivers what the aesthetics promise at first glance. The AC Schnitzer twin sports rear silencer is the ideal tuning product for drivers with an appreciation of engine sound, to whom design elements such as the chromed "Sports Trim" tailpipe trims and the chromed "Racing" tailpipe trim are equally important.
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G-POWER 760i Storm F01

BMW tuners: The latest masterpiece and an impressive example for the exceptional performance of the G-POWER manufactory is the G-POWER 760i STORM which now closes a gap in the BMW programme: M-Feeling for the BMW “Luxusliner“. The core part of the G-POWER performance enhancement for the 6,0l V12 bi-turbo engine is a substantial modification of both “TwinPower” turbo chargers used by BMW. In co-operation with the compressor manufacturer ASA which can rely on 20 years experience in developing and producing radial compressors (basically, radial compressors are turbo charger compressor units which are put into motion by the crankshaft via a belt driven transmission), the performance of both turbo chargers was significantly improved without affecting their endurance.
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BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid

BMW concept cars: The new BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid offers a particularly good rendition of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan in all its dynamic, efficient and innovative qualities, at the same time representing the ongoing development of the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 and the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 with their drivetrain technology already in production. The drive system featured in the BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid consists of a straight-six gasoline engine with TwinPower Turbo technology, eight-speed automatic transmission, and electric drive. Integration of BMW ActiveHybrid technology in a sedan already extremely efficient with its "conventional" combustion engine reduces both fuel consumption and emissions once again by more than 10 per cent.
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AC Schnitzer BMW X1 E84

BMW tuners: AC Schnitzer is setting totally new standards for driving pleasure in the premium compact segment. The BMW X1 xDrive23d has been upgraded from a 150 kW/204 HP diesel engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo and Common Rail injection to 240 HP. The 2.0 d and 1.8 d units in the BMW X1 also feature Common Rail injection and a turbocharger, and with the AC Schnitzer tuning package achieve 210 and 171 HP respectively. Naturally, the power upgrades are available for both the sDrive and xDrive versions. The AC Schnitzer engine styling including capacity logo is available for vehicles with and without performance upgrade.
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Hamann X6 Tycoon Evo M E71

BMW tuners: HAMANN-Motorsport, the renowned specialist for exquisite refinements of BMW-automobiles shows its latest developments on the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The masculine show-piece on the HAMANN exhibition stand with 200 square metres is the world premiere of the 670 hp/493kW strong and 300 km/h fast HAMANN X6 TYCOON EVO M E71 based on the BMW X6 M. Already the shape of the HAMANN X6 TYCOON EVO M E71 with its impressive broad built gives a good hint of what is to be discovered. Mainly responsible for that are the front and the rear wing extensions made of light composite materials. These let the body expand by impressive 60 millimetres.
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2011 BMW X5 E70 LCI SAV

For 2011, the BMW X5 E70 models are enhanced with new powertrains and updated design. Innovative new design elements and powertrains are the result of over 4,000 new parts created by BMW designers and engineers for the 2011 BMW X5 E70 LCI. Two of the X5's powertrains will be all-new for 2011, creating the new X5 xDrive50i and X5 xDrive35i, in addition to the familiar BMW Advanced Diesel X5 xDrive35d. All models receive a design update that enhances the brilliant focus and aesthetic appearance of the X5 brand. The body design of the 2011 BMW X5 E70 LCI is characterized by well-balanced proportions that accentuate the vehicle's powerful presence and agility.
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2011 BMW 3 Series E92 LCI Coupé
2011 BMW 3 Series E93 LCI Convertible

BMW has announced substantial enhancements to the 2011 3 Series E92 LCI Coupé and 2011 BMW 3 Series E93 LCI Convertible, including outstanding style updates and a new engine for 335i models. Fundamentally unchanged are each car's essential attributes of rear-wheel drive (xDrive for the Coupe), near-perfect 50-50 weight distribution, remarkably precise steering, and skillfully engineered suspension, all of which conspire to produce the uniquely driving experience that is quintessentially BMW. All-new is the engine for the 335i model, internally designated the "N55".
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BMW cars archive: 1934 BMW 315

BMW cars archive: In 1934 the BMW 315 model is launched. It replaced the BMW 303 which has been in production only for a year. Apart from a more powerful engine this resembled the previous model in technical specification, appearance and equipment. BMW's engineers had increased the engine's displacement to 1.5 litres and raised the power output by four to 34 horsepower, making the BMW 315 the company's first model to break the 100 km/h top speed barrier. At the Berlin Motor Show, BMW presented not only this saloon but the prototype of a sports roadster with strikingly beautiful styling, powered by a 40-horsepower engine with three instead of two carburettors. The public were so impressed by this Type 315/1 that BMW decided to go ahead with small-volume series production.
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BMW Concept ActiveE

The BMW Concept ActiveE provides a taste of a purely electrically powered BMW. The BMW Concept ActiveE has allowed BMW to explore new vehicle packaging solutions and components which will be crucial to the success of the Megacity Vehicle. The intelligent integration of drive components within the existing vehicle package of the BMW 1 Series Coupe offers the opportunity to provide four full-size seats and a luggage compartment with a capacity of some 200 litres / 7 cu ft. The motor, specially developed for the model and located in the rear axle, delivers 125 kW/170 bhp and provides maximum torque of 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft. It accelerates the vehicle in less than 9 seconds from zero to 100 km/h (0-60 mph in approx. 8.5 seconds).
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The M that never was: BMW Z4 sDrive35is E89

The new BMW Z4 sDrive35is distills the Roadster's performance potential to produce one of BMW's fastest and best-handling Roadsters ever.The latest Z4 model is characterized by instantaneous response to the accelerator pedal, fantastic sounds, and a free-revving spirit. The engine features increased air intake flow and increased boost pressure to release more power with the same efficiency. The combination of twin low-mass turbochargers and High Precision direct injection offers a high output. The turbocharger system developed for the engine of the new BMW Z4 sDrive35is maintains a high output throughout the entire engine speed range. Maximum output of 335 hp is delivered at 5,900 rpm.
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BMW history

Here at BMWDrives you have the chance to get in touch with BMW history in detail. From Karl Friedrich Rapp, BMW logo, 328 roadsters, World War I and World War II, Mille Miglia, Isetta bubble car, 1500 models until BMW acquisition of Rover, Rolls-Royce and the return to Formula 1 everything is covered here. You can follow BMW history on a yearly basis and see how the BMW brand and products (BMW cars, BMW motorcycles and BMW airplane engines) evolved until the present day. Motorsport victories and world record winnings represent another important piece in the BMW history.

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BMW cars

BMW cars are pretty impressive machines. When a BMW car is launched it always impresses the audience and the customers by pure performance, stunning looks, and innovative technologies and last but not least the same driving pleasure. You can see technical details and picture galleries for all BMW cars from the Dixi 3/15 to the latest BMW model. The current BMW vehicle range is also displayed here: 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3, X5, Z4, M cars, so you can read the full story behind each and every one.

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