2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Panamera | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
