BMW 5 2005–2010 vs BMW 501 1952–1954 size comparison

BMW 501 1952–1954 is 125 mm (2.6%) shorter than BMW 5 2005–2010. It is 66 mm (3.6%) narrower, 61 mm (4.2%) taller and 54 mm (1.9%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 2005–2010BMW 501 1952–1954Difference
Length4855 mm4730 mm-125 mm (-2.6%)
Width1846 mm1780 mm-66 mm (-3.6%)
Height1469 mm1530 mm+61 mm (+4.2%)
Wheelbase2889 mm2835 mm-54 mm (-1.9%)

BMW 5 2005–2010 dimensions · BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions