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Mercedes-Benz SL (2008) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.8 in 108.7 in -7.9 in
Length 178.5 in 180.6 in -2.1 in
Width 71.5 in 70.2 in 1.3 in
Height 51.0 in 54.5 in -3.5 in
Curb Weight 4220 lb. 3792 lb. 428 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 16.1 gal. 5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 38.0 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.3 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.8 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.5 in -36.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 49.3 in -49.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 31.9 in -31.9 in
Total Legroom 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 73.7 in (over 2 rows) -30.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.3 ft3 9.0 ft3 -1.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.2 ft3 12.2 ft3 -2 ft3

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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