| Model Year | 2023 | 2014 | |
| Model | BMW Z4 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 382 hp@5800 369 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in | 114.8 in | -17.6 in |
| Length | 170.7 in | 189.1 in | -18.4 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 75.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 51.4 in | 70.7 in | -19.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 5238 lb. | -1781 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -10.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.9 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 58.5 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -26.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -61.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW Z4.
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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