BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 vs BMW 501 1952–1954 size comparison

BMW 501 1952–1954 is 10 mm (0.2%) longer than BMW 5 Series 1987–1996. It is 29 mm (1.7%) wider, 118 mm (8.4%) taller and 74 mm (2.7%) longer in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 Series 1987–1996BMW 501 1952–1954Difference
Length4720 mm4730 mm+10 mm (+0.2%)
Width1751 mm1780 mm+29 mm (+1.7%)
Height1412 mm1530 mm+118 mm (+8.4%)
Wheelbase2761 mm2835 mm+74 mm (+2.7%)

BMW 5 Series 1987–1996 dimensions · BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions