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Mercedes-Benz SL (2014) vs. BMW 5-Series (2012) Specs

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2014 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2012 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL BMW 5-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.8 in 116.9 in -15.1 in
Length 181.8 in 193.1 in -11.3 in
Width 73.9 in 73.2 in 0.7 in
Height 51.8 in 57.6 in -5.8 in
Curb Weight 4001 lb. 3814 lb. 187 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.8 gal. 18.5 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.5 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.5 in 58.3 in -2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.4 in 1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 38.3 in -38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.2 in -56.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.1 in -36.1 in
Total Legroom 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -34.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.5 ft3 18.4 ft3 -9.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.5 ft3 18.4 ft3 -4.9 ft3

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