| Model Year | 2022 | 2017 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 590 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 605 hp@6100 517 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 117.8 in | -11.5 in |
| Length | 185.2 in | 202.6 in | -17.4 in |
| Width | 75.4 in | 76.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Height | 53.5 in | 57.4 in | -3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4398 lb. | 4685 lb. | -287 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.1 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 32.7 in | 38.1 in | -5.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.1 in | 57.8 in | -13.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 41.5 in (over 1 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -38.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.5 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi A8 / S8.