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BMW 1-Series (2010) vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

2010 BMW 1-Series and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications

Model Year 2010 2008  
Model BMW 1-Series Mercedes-Benz S-Class  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 124.6 in -19.9 in
Length 171.7 in 205.0 in -33.3 in
Width 68.8 in 73.7 in -4.9 in
Height 56.0 in 58.0 in -2 in
Curb Weight 3252 lb. 4465 lb. -1213 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 23.8 gal. -9.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 37.8 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 59.1 in -5.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.9 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 38.5 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 58.7 in -5.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 42.3 in -10.3 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 84.2 in (over 2 rows) -10.8 in
Cargo Volume 10.0 ft3 16.3 ft3 -6.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 1-Series

2010 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2007 0 All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
 
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