BMW 501 1952–1954 vs Jaguar XJ 1974–1981 size comparison

Jaguar XJ 1974–1981 is 229 mm (4.8%) longer than BMW 501 1952–1954. It is 10 mm (0.6%) narrower, 153 mm (10.0%) lower and 30 mm (1.1%) longer in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 501 1952–1954Jaguar XJ 1974–1981Difference
Length4730 mm4959 mm+229 mm (+4.8%)
Width1780 mm1770 mm-10 mm (-0.6%)
Height1530 mm1377 mm-153 mm (-10.0%)
Wheelbase2835 mm2865 mm+30 mm (+1.1%)

BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions · Jaguar XJ 1974–1981 dimensions