| Model Year | 2012 | 2022 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 455 hp@5500 515 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 496 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in | 133.7 in | -7.3 in |
| Length | 205.3 in | 215.3 in | -10 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 75.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 59.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4841 lb. | 5236 lb. | -395 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 22.1 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 59.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 44.3 in | 49.1 in | -4.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | 90.8 in (over 2 rows) | -5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class.