The "E" code for BMW cars (eg E12, E30, E46) stands for "Entwicklung", the German word for development?
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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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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G-POWER X5 M E70 and X6 M E71 TYPHOON

The new G-POWER equipment package for the BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M is available! As soon as the two models based on the M-series have been delivered to its first customers, G-POWER already offers an entire refining kit for the BMW X5 M and X6 M. Availability? Immediately!Derived from the G-POWER Widebody-Kit TYPHOON, G-POWER presents an excitingly styled aerodynamics pack made of full carbon which renders 15 percent more cooling power to the 4.4l V8 BI-Turbo engine in the BMW X5 M and X6 M and therefore clears the way for increasing the basic performance by 45 hp to altogether 600 hp. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h only takes 4.5 seconds. After 16.2 seconds, already 200 km/h are achieved. The maximum speed is more than 300 km/h.
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Between 3 and 7: 2011 BMW 5 Series F10

The world debut of the new BMW 5 Series F10 Sedan once again marks the epitome of aesthetic design and supreme driving pleasure in the upper midrange segment. Through its sporting and elegant looks, driving dynamics typical of the brand, outstanding efficiency as well as innovative comfort and safety features, the sixth generation of BMW’s executive express convincingly reflects the supreme standard of the world’s most successful manufacturer of premium cars throughout the entire process of development. With the longest wheelbase in the segment, a long and sleek engine compartment lid, short overhangs front and rear and a coupé-like, graceful roofline, the new BMW 5 Series F10 Sedan stands out clearly from the competition.
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BMW cars archive: 1934 BMW 309

The BMW 309 was launched at the start of 1934 and combined the chassis and body of the BMW 303 with the less expensive driveline of the BMW 3/20. In order to match the engine output to the greater vehicle weight, the swept volume was increased to almost 850 cc, thus gaining 2 horsepower. 6,000 customers, however, were more impressed by the otherwise substantial benefits of this model such as economy and a high degree of comfort for a car of this class. BMW 309 was able to offer the public a low-cost small car with excellent road behaviour and an attractive appearance. There were various versions available from the factory in Eisenach -saloon, convertible saloon, a two-door convertible and tourer.
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BMW Dinan M5 E60

Founded in 1979, Dinan is well established as North America’s premiere BMW tuner. Dinan develops, manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of high performance products and systems, distributed through a nationwide network of Authorized Dinan BMW Performance Centers that includes select BMW Dealerships and Independent BMW Service/High Performance facilities. The Dinan M5 E60 is adorned with the handsome Dinan deck lid badge, as well as a serial numbered plaque, verifying authenticity and making the cars that much more exclusive. The S3 Package offers extreme performance and sensations: 611 hp and 0-60 mph in under 4 seconds.
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BMW M3 GTS E92 unveiled

BMW M GmbH now offers a truly outstanding performer based on the BMW M3 E92 Coupé also ideal for Clubsport events – exactly the right car for the truly discerning customer demanding the very utmost in terms of power and performance. The BMW M3 GTS is largely hand-built by the most skilled craftsmen at BMW M GmbH as a perfectly harmonised package of outstanding modifications, with production exclusively to the customer’s personal order. Focused on motorsport, the modifications comprise both the drivetrain, the suspension and the body of the car, as well as its interior. Market launch of the BMW M3 GTS will be in spring 2010.
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Fastest BMW 1 Series : BMW HARTGE H1

The Hartge H1 V8 5.0 was reveled at the Essen (Germany) Motorshow in December 2004, and is available now as part of Hartge's full product range. Once again the Hartge engineers created something special, this, by transplanting a BMW 5.0L V8 into the 1 series E87. And this isn’t your normal BMW V8, as it features modified cylinder heads, revised camshaft, and its own engine software mapping; resulting in an output of 450 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque. To translate this phenomenal power to the ground in the 1 Series, a special drive shaft and 6 speed manual transaxle are installed, along with a new rear sub-frame. the Hartge H1 catapults from 0-100 km/hr (0-62.5 mph) in just 4,6 sec.
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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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