| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Engine | 5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 450 hp@7000 398 lb-ft@3500 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in | 100.8 in | 15.1 in |
| Length | 199.3 in | 180.4 in | 18.9 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 71.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 51.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4586 lb. | 4274 lb. | 312 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 37.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.0 in | 5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 0.0 in | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 0.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.6 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Audi A8 / S8.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.