BMW 501/502 3.2L V8 5MT RWD (120 HP)
BMW 501/502 · 1952 - 1964 · Petrol
The BMW 501/502 3.2L V8 5MT RWD (120 HP) produces 120 hp and 209 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.0 seconds and reaches 171 km/h.
- Power
- 120 hp
- Torque
- 209 Nm
- 0–100
- 13.0 s
- Top speed
- 171 km/h
Engine
| Power | 120 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 88 kW |
| Torque | 209 Nm |
| Displacement | 3,169 cc |
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Fuel | Petrol |
Performance
| Top speed | 171 km/h |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 13.0 s |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Combined consumption | 12.7 l/100 km |
|---|
Transmission
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,729 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,781 mm |
| Height | 1,529 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,835 mm |
| Ground clearance | 178 mm |
| Unladen weight | 1,455 kg |
| Gross weight limit | 1,900 kg |
| Tyre size | 6.40 S 15 |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
How this trim compares to other cars
The BMW 501/502 3.2L V8 5MT RWD (120 HP) compared with 103 trims of other cars from the 1949–1955 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 120 hp | 107 hp |
better than 61%
|
| Torque | 209 Nm | 178 Nm |
better than 68%
|
| Top speed | 171 km/h | 156 km/h |
better than 64%
|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 13.0 s | 18.7 s |
better than 72%
|
| Combined consumption | 12.7 l/100 km | 11.7 l/100 km |
better than 29%
|
| Unladen weight | 1,455 kg | 1,244 kg |
better than 25%
|
Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.
Not stated by the manufacturer: co2 emissions and cargo volume. Those measures are left out of the comparison.
Trims and engine versions — BMW 501/502
| Trim | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–100 | Top speed | Fuel economy | CO2 | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4MT RWD (65 HP) | Petrol | 65 hp | 130 Nm | 24.0 s | 135 km/h | 10.0 l/100 km | — | |
| 2.0L 4MT RWD (72 HP) | Petrol | 72 hp | 130 Nm | 21.0 s | 145 km/h | 9.0 l/100 km | — | |
| 2.6L V8 4MT RWD (105 HP) | Petrol | 100 hp | 180 Nm | 14.0 s | 166 km/h | 12.5 l/100 km | — | |
| 3.2L V8 Super 4MT RWD (140 HP) | Petrol | 140 hp | 222 Nm | 11.5 s | 180 km/h | 16.0 l/100 km | — | |
| 3.2L V8 S 4MT RWD (160 HP) | Petrol | 160 hp | 240 Nm | 10.0 s | 190 km/h | 11.7 l/100 km | — |