| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | BMW Z4 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 98.3 in | 18 in |
| Length | 199.4 in | 166.9 in | 32.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 50.8 in | 5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4890 lb. | 3538 lb. | 1352 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 9.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 39.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 53.3 in | 6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 2 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 |
| 2011 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
What rear seat? see full BMW Z4 review |