| Model Year | 2007 | 2021 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW 4-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
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 | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 112.2 in | 4.1 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 187.9 in | 11.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 54.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 3830 lb. | 1060 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 8.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.1 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 51.0 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 BMW 4-Series.