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2016 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 664 lb-ft@2000 |
5.0L V10 DOHC-4v 500 hp@7750 383 lb-ft@6100 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 113.7 in | -11.9 in |
| Length | 181.8 in | 191.1 in | -9.3 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 72.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 51.8 in | 57.8 in | -6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4068 lb. | 4089 lb. | -21 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.0 in | -36 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 5-Series
| 2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best seats on the market today see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I cannot sit behind me. see full BMW 5-Series review |
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