| Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 438 hp@6000 444 lb-ft@3950 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
|
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 126.6 in | -3.4 in |
| Length | 203.9 in | 212.2 in | -8.3 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 76.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 60.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4905 lb. | 5917 lb. | -1012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.3 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 23.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 61.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 56.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 43.4 in | 43.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.7 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i7.