BMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedan vs BMW 501 1952–1954 size comparison

BMW 501 1952–1954 is 111 mm (2.3%) shorter than BMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedan. It is 66 mm (3.6%) narrower, 62 mm (4.2%) taller and 53 mm (1.8%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedanBMW 501 1952–1954Difference
Length4841 mm4730 mm-111 mm (-2.3%)
Width1846 mm1780 mm-66 mm (-3.6%)
Height1468 mm1530 mm+62 mm (+4.2%)
Wheelbase2888 mm2835 mm-53 mm (-1.8%)

BMW 5 Series 2003–2010 sedan dimensions · BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions