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BMW 5-Series (2009) vs. Tesla Model S (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 BMW 5-Series and 2018 Tesla Model S specs.

2009 BMW 5-Series and 2018 Tesla Model S Specifications

Model Year 2009 2018  
Model BMW 5-Series Tesla Model S  
Engine 5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
Electric
600 hp
713 lb-ft
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 1-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.6 in 116.5 in -2.9 in
Length 191.2 in 196.0 in -4.8 in
Width 72.7 in 77.3 in -4.6 in
Height 58.7 in 56.5 in 2.2 in
Curb Weight 4243 lb. 4960 lb. -717 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 0.0 gal. 18.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.6 in 38.8 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 57.7 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 42.7 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 35.3 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 55.0 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.7 in -54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 35.4 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.6 ft3 31.6 ft3 -14 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.3 ft3 63.4 ft3 -5.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 5-Series

2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review
2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

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