BMW 501 1952–1954 vs BMW 7 Series 1986–1994 size comparison

BMW 7 Series 1986–1994 is 180 mm (3.8%) longer than BMW 501 1952–1954. It is 65 mm (3.7%) wider, 119 mm (7.8%) lower and 3 mm (0.1%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 501 1952–1954BMW 7 Series 1986–1994Difference
Length4730 mm4910 mm+180 mm (+3.8%)
Width1780 mm1845 mm+65 mm (+3.7%)
Height1530 mm1411 mm-119 mm (-7.8%)
Wheelbase2835 mm2832 mm-3 mm (-0.1%)

BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions · BMW 7 Series 1986–1994 dimensions