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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche 911 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche 911 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $119,845

Porsche 911 Carrera   
Difference: $38,670

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520152012201220122012
ModelSLSL911911911911
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGCarreraCarrera STurboTurbo S
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $148,050 $215,250 $90,100 $103,000 $149,000 $172,100
Wood trim 0 0 890 890 890 890
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 590 590 980 980 365 365
Ceramic brake rotors 8,950 8,950 8,150 8,150 8,840  
Infotainment Package     3,010 3,010    
Sport Chrono Package Plus     960 960    
Adaptive Sports Seats     3,055 3,055 1,145  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     420 420    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     710 710    
Adaptive dampers - electrical     2,090      
Heated front seats     525 525 525 525
Obstacle detection, rear     530 530 530 530
Voice control for nav and audio     595 595 595 595
Steering-linked headlights     690 690 690  
Cooled or ventilated front seats     800 800 800 800
Illuminated door sill trim plates     895 895 895 895
Limited-slip rear differential     950 950    
Heated steering wheel     250 250 250 250
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     3,295 3,295    
Traffic information         0 0
Satellite radio         750 750
Torque vectoring, brake-based         1,320  
Wood trim 0 0 757 757 757 0
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 549 549 0 0 0 0
Ceramic brake rotors 8,324 8,324 6,928 6,928 7,514  
Infotainment Package     0 0    
Sport Chrono Package Plus     816 816    
Adaptive Sports Seats     2,597 2,597 973  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     0 0    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     0 0    
Adaptive dampers - electrical     0      
Heated front seats     0 0 0 0
Obstacle detection, rear     451 451 451 0
Voice control for nav and audio     0 0 0 0
Steering-linked headlights     0 0 0  
Cooled or ventilated front seats     0 0 0 0
Illuminated door sill trim plates     0 0 0 0
Limited-slip rear differential     0 0    
Heated steering wheel     0 0 0 0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     -306 2,554    
Traffic information         0 0
Satellite radio         0 0
Torque vectoring, brake-based         0  
Options (change) 9,540 9,540 28,795 26,705 17,595 5,600
Options (change) 8,873 8,873 11,243 14,103 9,695 0
Destination 925 925 950 950 950 950
Gas Tax 0 1,300 0 0 0 0
Total Price $158,515 $227,015 $119,845 $130,655 $167,545 $178,650

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche 911

Lowest Adjusted Price: Porsche 911 Carrera
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche 911 Turbo S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $135,194
Model Year201520152012201220122012
ModelSLSL911911911911
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGCarreraCarrera STurboTurbo S
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine577hp V8621hp V12345hp H6385hp H6500hp H6530hp H6
TransmissionT7T7M6M6M6S7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 11900, 12385, 13385, 13385, 13385, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19235/40-18235/35-19235/35-19235/35-19
Total Price$158,515$227,015$119,845$130,655$167,545$178,650
Adjustments for Features-12,210-18,51000-1,275-3,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$146,305$208,505$119,845$130,655$166,270$175,125
Cost Above Minimum$0$62,200$0$10,810$46,425$55,280

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche 911

Model Year201520152012201220122012
ModelSLSL911911911911
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGCarreraCarrera STurboTurbo S
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200    
6-speed manual  $150$150$150 
7-speed automated manual     $1200
RWD$0$0$0$0  
AWD    $1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850    
Cruise control$150 $150$150$150$150
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100    
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100$100
Power door closers $300    
Power trunk closer$350$350    
Proximity key$250$250    
Remote app$25$25    
Semi-automated parking system$500$500    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350    
Wind blocker  $300$300$300$300
Wind blocker, power small$300$300    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200    
Automatic braking, low-speed $200    
Blind spot collision prevention $150    
Blind spot warning system $200    
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0     
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150    
Forward collision warning $200    
Knee airbag, driver$75$75    
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75    
Lane departure prevention $150    
Lane departure warning $200    
Night vision $1750    
Obstacle detection, front$150$150    
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0    
Rearview camera$200$200    
Side curtain airbags$350$350    
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100  $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50    
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50    
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system$0$0    
Automatic air recirculation$100$100    
Dual-zone climate control$125$125    
Residual heat$50$50    
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15$15$15
Wiper de-icer$25$25    
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)     $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150    
Raised top speed limiter$0$0    
Rear-engine configuration  $0$0$0$0
Exterior 
Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel $2000    
Glass roof panel(s)$300$300    
Larger rear spoiler    $200$200
Power convertible top  $4000$4000$4000$4000
Power retractable hardtop$6750$6750    
Rear spoiler$200$200    
Retractable rear spoiler  $400$400  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0    
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25    
CD changer, in-dash     $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0$0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0    
HD radio$50$50    
In-vehicle Internet$150$150    
iPod integration$100$100    
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0    
Off-road navigation system  $0$0$0$0
SD Card slot$25$25    
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25    
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225    
Traffic + travel information$25$25    
Traffic information  $25$25$25$25
USB port  $25$25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200    
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75$75
Boost gauge    $75$75
Chronometer$100$100$100$100 $100
Cornering lights$50$50    
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25    
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300    
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300    
Folding second row seats  $300$300$300$300
Leather headliner $1000    
Massage, driver seat$100$100    
Massage, passenger seat$100$100    
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150    
Neck-level heating, front seats$150$150    
No leather in second row$-300$-300    
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50    
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50    
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100    
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100    
Synthetic suede headliner$650     
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000$4000    
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200 $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0    
Transmission 
Launch control$100 $100$100 $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100   $100
Total Value of Features$19,425$25,725$7,215$7,215$8,490$10,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$12,210$18,510$0$0$1,275$3,525
Value of Feature Adjustments-11,360-17,22700-81-19

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche 911

Model Year20152012
ModelSL911
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Convertible
Wheelbase101.8 in92.5 in
Length181.8 in175.6 in
Width73.9 in71.2 in
Height51.8 in51.6 in
Curb Weight3,936 lb.3,264 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in31.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
8.5 ft34.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.5 ft34.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested22575%
Total Not Requested7525%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Bose, 385W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested111576%
Total Not Requested35024%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested22575%
Total Not Requested7525%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Bose, 385W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested111576%
Total Not Requested35024%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested130087%
Total Not Requested20013%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Turbo

Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30060%
Total Not Requested20040%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Turbo S

Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%

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