Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 438 hp@6000 444 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.7 in | 110.6 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 182.5 in | 15.9 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 71.3 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 56.3 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4839 lb. | 3615 lb. | 1224 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.3 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.1 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.1 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.1 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 BMW 7-Series.
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.