2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3165 mm |