E34 530i performance stats?

[Jay 535i]

Any ten-year old cornering figures are going to be way outta date. Tires have come a long way.

[kjtar]

Thanks for the two replies so far. I was just wondering if;
a) anyone has suspension suggestions. I want a firm ride, but I do have to go 1/2 hour to/from work per day, so I don't want to jiggle too much. Firm, not jarring?
b) anyone has old numbers for new performance, like a Road Test or First Drive, etc. I know Sports Car International has their November 1993 issue still available, and if I decide to get the car I'll probably order it just for kicks, but don't know what kind of "data" is in the article. Guess I pays my money and takes my choices, eh?
Thanks again to all,
Tom
Tulsa
(perhaps a 530i 5 speed in my future)

[pundit]

Thanks for the two replies so far. I was just wondering if;
a) anyone has suspension suggestions. I want a firm ride, but I do have to go 1/2 hour to/from work per day, so I don't want to jiggle too much. Firm, not jarring?...

This best compromise in relation to handling/ride appears to be Koni Sports adjustables together with Eibach Prokit springs.
Bilsteins with HR springs are another common package but appear to be somewhat less regarded in the ride comfort department.