| Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | BMW 8-Series | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 523 hp@5500 553 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 111.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 191.2 in | -10.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 74.9 in | -5.2 in |
| Height | 54.8 in | 53.0 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4034 lb. | 4478 lb. | -444 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.0 in | 38.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 57.2 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 33.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.3 in | 46.9 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 29.5 in | 3.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 71.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.7 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 BMW 8-Series.