Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 415 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,494 mm | 2,431 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,092 mm | 4,135 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,298 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,450 kg | 1,625 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 947 mm | 965 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,334 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,067 mm (over 1 row) | 1,080 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 241 L | 181 L | 60 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.5 | 286 L | -277.5 |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.