2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | CLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |