Strange Noises Between 2,300 - 2,800 RPM

[sandhaven9]

Model (520i SE - E34 1993) Can runs quite & smooth, but when accelarating 'Only' between 2,300 - 2,800 RPM getting strange grumpling noises from rear of car, regardless of in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th gear?

New exhaust was fitted recently (So That Is Ruled Out)?

When going over (Holes & Bumps) on road - No Problems - That would suggest suspesion is OK?

Whilst Stopped - Engine Vibrates Slightly When Taken Up To (2,300 - 2,800 RPM) but not as much noise as when under (Load - Driving).

Could this be an engine problem, but just hearing it from the 'Exhaust Output'?

Can drive at 120MPH and car is smooth & quite.

Thanks everyone in advance

[ken]

Even though it sounds like it is coming from the back of the car it may be a worn cam belt.

[Kai@e34.de]

what's a cam belt? timing belt?

[Kev]

93 520i has the M50 engine whiich uses a cam/timing chain not a belt . The symptoms you describe sound like it could be a failing vanos unit which a 93 520i would have also.

[632 Regal]

check the exhaust so that it isnt real close to rubbing something...also check the engine and trans mounts which can cause the system to hang where things can touch also.