Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 107.5 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 172.2 in | 182.5 in | -10.3 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 70.9 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 55.7 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3604 lb. | 4165 lb. | -561 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.3 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 44.1 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 42.2 in | 43.3 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.7 in | -44.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 25.9 in | 6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.5 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 1-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.