Model Year | 2022 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 473 hp@6250 406 lb-ft@2650 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 100.8 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 180.4 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 71.5 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 51.1 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 4274 lb. | -434 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.0 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.9 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 0.0 in | 35.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.9 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 BMW 3-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.