Model Year | 2012 | 2022 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series | Porsche Panamera | |
Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 620 hp@6000 604 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 116.1 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 178.2 in | 198.8 in | -20.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 76.3 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 56.2 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3815 lb. | 4793 lb. | -978 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.7 gal. | -7.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 0.0 in | 38 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 76.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 49.0 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Porsche Panamera.