BMW 501 (Baroque Angel)
Every BMW 501 (Baroque Angel) generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1952–1962 2 generations · 4 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 64 → 99 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Legendary 2 Legendary
All 2 BMW 501 (Baroque Angel) Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
BMW's six-cylinder 501 was so slow that police on the autobahn got the V8 instead: traffic units on country roads and motorways were issued V8-powered cars specifically because they were faster.
BMW's 501 mounted its four-speed gearbox away from the engine, on its own shaft-driven mount — a trade that made the shifter vague but bought the front passengers real extra legroom.
Collectors Who Spotted the BMW 501 (Baroque Angel)
No member has published a public street spot of the BMW 501 (Baroque Angel) yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
BMW 501 (Baroque Angel) Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 V8, 2.6 and 2600 (1955–1962)501-V8 | 1955–1962 | Legendary2,100 built | 2.6L V8 | 99 hp | — | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| 501 six-cylinder (1952–1958)501 | 1952–1958 | Legendary9,000 built | 2.0L I6 | 64 hp | — | — | 3 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a BMW 501 (Baroque Angel) on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.