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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 150 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.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (440 Nm @ 5600 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 | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
