2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (429 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carrera GT | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |
