Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 116.9 in | -12.2 in |
Length | 171.7 in | 193.1 in | -21.4 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 73.2 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 57.6 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3373 lb. | 4376 lb. | -1003 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.5 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 58.3 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 56.2 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 36.1 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -8.4 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 BMW 5-Series.