BMW 501 1952–1954 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 size comparison

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 is 230 mm (4.9%) longer than BMW 501 1952–1954. It is 90 mm (5.1%) wider, 105 mm (6.9%) lower and 30 mm (1.1%) longer in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 501 1952–1954Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980Difference
Length4730 mm4960 mm+230 mm (+4.9%)
Width1780 mm1870 mm+90 mm (+5.1%)
Height1530 mm1425 mm-105 mm (-6.9%)
Wheelbase2835 mm2865 mm+30 mm (+1.1%)

BMW 501 1952–1954 dimensions · Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1972–1980 dimensions