These are standard specifications for the 1991 Dinan 850i, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
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Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Tuner : | Dinan |
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| 3.64 Limited Slip Differential | |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1989 - 1999 |
| Price : | $77,695 |
| Weight : | 4120 lbs | 1868.801 kg |
| Introduced At : | 1989 Frankfurt Motor Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Twin-turbocharged V 12 | M70 V12 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5000 cc | 305.1 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 525 HP (386.4 KW) |
| Torque : | 589 Ft-Lbs (799 NM) |
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Production Figures
| Total BMW Production for 1991 : | 63,646 |
| 1991 Dinan 850i | |
| Coupe 4 dr. 4 P : | 1,711 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19900401 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 98V178000 |
| Summary | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT, SUCH AS A THERMOSTAT, WATER PUMP, OR FAN BELT, CAN RESULT IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED COOLANT TEMPERATURE AND SYSTEM PRESSURE. IF THE INDICATIONS OF A CRITICAL OVERHEATING CONDITION IS NOT NOTICED BY THE DRIVER, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT DAMAGE TO, OR FAILURE OF, A COOLANT SYSTEM COMPONENT COULD OCCUR. |
| Consequence | IF A CRACK WERE TO FORM OR A SEAM WERE TO SEPARATE IN THE HEATER CORE END PIECE, HOT COOLANT COULD SUDDENLY BE EXPELLED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW DESIGN RADIATOR CAP TO CONTROL PRESSURE AND PROVIDE GREATER COOLANT OVERFLOW IN THE EVENT OF OVERHEATING. |
| Notes | OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 31, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE |
| Mfr Report Date | 19900701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 96V110000 |
| Summary | THE AIR BAG CONTACT RING LOCKING TAB LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK WITHOUT WARNING. |
| Consequence | IF THIS HAPPENS, THE CONTACT RING WIRING COULD EVENTUALLY BREAK. THE AIR BAG READINESS INDICATOR LAMP (SRS OR AIRBAG) IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WILL ILLUMINATE, AND THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL IMPACT VEHICLE COLLISION. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOCKING TAB WITH ONE OF A DIFFERENT DESIGN. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: INTERIOR; PASSIVE RESTRAINT; AIR BAG; DRIVER. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN AUGUST 5, 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
Data updated January 2023
1991 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $29,430 |
| Avg. Home : | $120,000 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.12 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1991 Dinan 850i?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1991 Dinan 850i? A: The 1991 Dinan 850i has a wheelbase size of 105.70 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1991 Dinan 850i? A: The 1991 Dinan 850i has a length of 188.20 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1991 Dinan 850i? A: The 1991 Dinan 850i has a width of 73.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1991 Dinan 850i cost when new?A: The 1991 Dinan 850i had a base price of approximately $77,695 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1991 Dinan 850i? A: The 1991 Dinan 850i was a Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did BMW produce in 1991? A: BMW produced 63,646 automobiles in 1991.Q: What engine did the 1991 Dinan 850i have? A: The engine powering the 1991 Dinan 850i was a Twin-turbocharged V 12 (5000 cc | 305.1 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 525 HP (386.4 KW) and 589 Ft-Lbs (799 NM). Q: What transmission did the 1991 Dinan 850i have? A: The 1991 Dinan 850i had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.