| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW 6-Series | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | |
| Engine | 5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 384 lb-ft@6100 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 563 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 105.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 182.6 in | 7.6 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 76.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Height | 54.1 in | 49.3 in | 4.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3909 lb. | 3571 lb. | 338 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 58.4 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 63.2 in | -63.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.4 in | 0.0 in | 49.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 28.8 in | 0.0 in | 28.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 70.8 in (over 2 rows) | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 29.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 BMW 6-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.