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BMW 1-Series (2012) vs. Tesla Model S (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 BMW 1-Series and 2016 Tesla Model S specs.

2012 BMW 1-Series and 2016 Tesla Model S Specifications

Model Year 2012 2016  
Model BMW 1-Series Tesla Model S  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
224 kW@5800
407 Nm@1200
Electric
311 kW
658 Nm
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 1-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,659 mm 2,959 mm 0 mm
Length 4,374 mm 4,978 mm 0 mm
Width 1,748 mm 1,963 mm 0 mm
Height 1,422 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,530 kg 2,188 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 0 L 53 L
Headroom, Row 1 963 mm 986 mm -23 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,372 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,397 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,085 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 897 mm 45 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,356 mm 1,397 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,389 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 813 mm 899 mm -86 mm
Total Legroom 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 283 L 895 L -612 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.0 1,795 L 9

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series

2012 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review
 

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