BMW 5-Series (2015) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

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2015 BMW 5-Series and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year	2015	2012
Model	BMW 5-Series	BMW 3-Series
Engine	turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 560 hp@6000 500 lb-ft@1500	4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	116.9 in	110.6 in	6.3 in
Length	193.4 in	182.5 in	10.9 in
Width	73.2 in	71.3 in	1.9 in
Height	57.6 in	56.3 in	1.3 in
Curb Weight	4387 lb.	3759 lb.	628 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.8 gal.	2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.5 in	40.3 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	55.1 in	3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.0 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	37.7 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.2 in	55.1 in	1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.3 in	35.1 in	0.2 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	77.1 in (over 2 rows)	-0.4 in
Cargo Volume	18.4 ft³	13.0 ft³	5.4 ft³

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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

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