| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 450 hp@7000 398 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 115.9 in | -15.1 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 199.3 in | -18.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 74.6 in | -3.1 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 56.9 in | -5.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4274 lb. | 4586 lb. | -312 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 59.1 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.5 in | -57.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Audi A8 / S8.