2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 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:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
