Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | BMW 1-Series | |
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 | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 104.7 in | 19.9 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 171.7 in | 33.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 68.8 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 56.0 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 4895 lb. | 3362 lb. | 1533 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.0 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.1 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 53.4 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 32.0 in | 10.3 in |
Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 10.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW 1-Series.