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Mercedes-Benz SLK (2008) vs. BMW 3-Series (2021) Specs

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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2021 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2008 2021  
Model Mercedes-Benz SLK BMW 3-Series  
Engine 5.4L V8
OHC-3v
355 hp@5750
376 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
473 hp@6250
406 lb-ft@2650
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.7 in 112.2 in -16.5 in
Length 160.7 in 185.7 in -25 in
Width 70.4 in 71.9 in -1.5 in
Height 51.0 in 56.8 in -5.8 in
Curb Weight 3420 lb. 3840 lb. -420 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.6 gal. 2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 38.7 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.2 in 56.0 in -3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 0.0 in 54.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 42.0 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.6 in -37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.6 in -54.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 35.2 in -35.2 in
Total Legroom 42.5 in (over 1 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) -34.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 6.5 ft3 16.9 ft3 -10.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.8 ft3 16.9 ft3 -7.1 ft3

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