| Model Year | 2014 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | BMW i8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 583 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
turbocharged 1.3L I3 Plug-in Hybrid DOHC-4v 357 hp 420 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.5 in | 110.2 in | -4.7 in |
| Length | 182.6 in | 184.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Width | 76.3 in | 76.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 49.3 in | 50.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3726 lb. | 3501 lb. | 225 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 11.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 56.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 0.0 in | 63.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 28.2 in | -28.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | -29.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.2 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 BMW i8.