| Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 3-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 473 hp@6250 406 lb-ft@2650 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 112.2 in | 4.1 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 185.9 in | 13.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.8 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4940 lb. | 3840 lb. | 1100 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 8.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 56.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 54.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.2 in | -3 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW 3-Series.