Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 7-Series | Lexus LS | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1800 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 380 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 121.7 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 205.3 in | 202.8 in | 2.5 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 73.8 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 58.1 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4640 lb. | 4332 lb. | 308 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 22.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.0 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 58.5 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.7 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.4 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 37.6 in | 6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 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 2009 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus LS.