What is M50B20?

What is M50B20?

The 1,991 cc (121.5 cu in) M50B20 was introduced with the 1990 520i. It has a bore of 80 mm (3.15 in), a stroke of 66 mm (2.60 in) and produces 110 kW (148 hp). The compression ratio is 10.5:1. Applications: 1990-1992 E34 520i.

Is the m50b25 a good engine?

Much like its successor, the M52, the M50 engine is considered to be bulletproof. With very strong internals, the engine blocks are able to deliver outstanding longevity with proper maintenance and care. Still to this day, the M50 is known as one of the most reliable BMW engines ever built.

Is BMW M52 reliable?

BMW M52 Reliability Which means you should factor in some maintenance and repairs for general wear and tear items. Overall, the internals of the engine are bulletproof. You should easily surpass the 200k mile mark without any valves, chain, rods, crank, or seal issues.

What should I know about tuning my BMW M50?

Tuning the BMW M50 and best M50 performance parts. The top M50 tuning mods on an engine are in our opinion the ones that give the best value for money. We won’t be swayed by popular M50 tuning mods, they need to be cost effective. Altering your M50 camshaft will make a dramatic difference to the engine power band.

Do you need Bosch Motorsport knock sensor for BMW M50?

Bosch Motorsport knock sensor (need to be mounted on the engine’s block for ignition tuning). This turbo set also fits to M50B20 or M50B25. M50 (Siemens engine management unit) and M52B25 single vanos engine need different, standalone management units, let us know before you order.

What kind of engine does a BMW M50 have?

BMW M50 series is equipped with the smallest straight 6-cylinder engine that was firstly introduced in 1990 and replaced the BMW M20B20. The series also includes M50B24, M50B25, S50B30 and S50B32. The main difference between M50B20 and M50B25 is in their capacity.

Can You remap a BMW M50 engine block?

The M50 engine blocks make great tuning projects and we’re finding that there are quite a few choices of parts and performance parts about. A remap helps fully realize the full potential of all the upgrades you’ve fitted to your M50.