RE: Differences between 535 models

[alex.fadeev@xxxxxxxxxxx]

Rick Zimmerman [mailto:rzimmerm@domain.elided] wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
>          Can anyone explain the differences in engine, horsepower,
> suspension etc. between the 80's E28 535i, the M535i and the M5? Is
> it possible to effectively build an M5 for example out of a 535i by
> changing the engine and making some other changes, or is the basic
> frame and body diferent?

Rick,
The tub is the same, but the suspension engine differences are numerous. The
M5 engine is very rare and prohibitively expensive ($10+K). You would likely
need to upgrade the suspension of any of these three vehicles due to age,
but there are plenty of aftermarket solutions out there.

alex f

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