BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 vs BMW 501 1952–1954 size comparison

BMW 501 1952–1954 is 236 mm (4.8%) shorter than BMW 5 Series 2017–2020. It is 123 mm (6.5%) narrower, 57 mm (3.9%) taller and 147 mm (4.9%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 5 Series 2017–2020BMW 501 1952–1954Difference
Length4966 mm4730 mm-236 mm (-4.8%)
Width1903 mm1780 mm-123 mm (-6.5%)
Height1473 mm1530 mm+57 mm (+3.9%)
Wheelbase2982 mm2835 mm-147 mm (-4.9%)

BMW 5 Series 2017–2020 dimensions · BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions