1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 252 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
