| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 97.1 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 145.6 in | 32.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 66.3 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 55.7 in | -4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 2745 lb. | 1475 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 50.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | -26.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mini Convertible.