| Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 535 hp@5250 550 lb-ft@1500 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
|
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 126.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Length | 205.3 in | 212.2 in | -6.9 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 76.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 60.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5026 lb. | 5917 lb. | -891 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 21.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.8 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 61.0 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 43.3 in | 1 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i7.