| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 116.3 in | -11.6 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 200.6 in | -28.9 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 73.7 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 55.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3362 lb. | 4894 lb. | -1532 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 36.9 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 59.3 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 55.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 32.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | -3.5 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 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.