Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@3000 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 113.7 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 191.1 in | 8.7 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 72.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.8 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4553 lb. | 4089 lb. | 464 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 57.3 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.5 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 57.2 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.0 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 7-Series.
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |