| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SLK | BMW Z4 | |
| Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 415 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 335 hp@5900 332 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 98.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 166.9 in | -4.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.5 in | 1 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 50.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3583 lb. | 3538 lb. | 45 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.4 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
| 2012 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
What rear seat? see full BMW Z4 review |