| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW Z4 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 493 hp@5000 590 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 382 hp@5800 369 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 97.2 in | 16.4 in |
| Length | 196.6 in | 170.7 in | 25.9 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 73.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Height | 55.0 in | 51.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4473 lb. | 3457 lb. | 1016 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.2 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 9.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.9 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 54.3 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 0.0 in | 30.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 30.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
| 2006 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 |
| 2006 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 2023 BMW Z4.