Model Year | 2023 | 2016 | |
Model | BMW 8-Series | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 617 hp@6000 553 lb-ft@1800 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 415 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.1 in | 95.7 in | 15.4 in |
Length | 191.2 in | 162.8 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 71.5 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 53.0 in | 51.2 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4549 lb. | 3528 lb. | 1021 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 52.2 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.5 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 0.0 in | 34.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.7 in | 0.0 in | 45.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.5 in | 0.0 in | 29.5 in |
Total Legroom | 71.6 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 29.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW 8-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK.