2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SL | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
