| Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | Mercedes-Benz GLB | |
| Engine | 6.0L V12 DOHC-4v 438 hp@6000 444 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 111.4 in | 11.8 in |
| Length | 203.9 in | 182.4 in | 21.5 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 72.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 65.3 in | -6.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4905 lb. | 3869 lb. | 1036 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.3 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.9 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.3 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.9 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 43.4 in | 38.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -23.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | -44 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB.