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MERCEDES-AMG GT 4-DOOR COUPE

The sports car-like Panamera and the powerful and elegant GT 4-door coupe

This time, we will compare two high-performance four-door coupes: the standard grade Porsche Panamera and the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe 43 4MATIC+. Both cars have an imposing body with a total length of over 5m, a total width of around 1950mm, a total height of around 1450mm, and a wheelbase of 2950mm.

The Panamera features a design and performance that strongly reflects Porsche’s sports car DNA. While the new third-generation model maintains the same concept, the details, such as the four-lamp matrix LED headlights, give the impression of being more refined. In contrast, the GT 4-door Coupe features an AMG-like design form that combines beauty and boldness. The front features a vertically latticed Panamericana grille, and the rear is equipped with a large diffuser and four-pipe exhaust, giving it a strong presence.

While the Panamera’s interior has a simple design reminiscent of a sports car, the AMG GT 4-door Coupe has a more luxurious design. However, it should be noted that the Panamera seats four people as standard. To accommodate five people, you need to add the optional “4+1 seating.”

Porsche Panamera

Body size = Length 5052mm x Width 1937mm x Height 1423mm

Wheelbase = 2950mm

Vehicle weight = 1960kg

Tire size = 265/45ZR19 (front) 295/40ZR19 (rear)

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupe 43 4MATIC+

Body size = Length 5050mm x Width 1955mm x Height 1455mm

Wheelbase = 2950mm

Vehicle weight = 2080kg

Tire size = 265/40R20 (front) 295/35R20 (rear)

The nimbleness of RWD or the stability of AWD?

The base grade of the Panamera is equipped with a 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 353 PS and a maximum torque of 500 Nm. The transmission is combined with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), allowing for smooth and agile gear changes. The drive system is rear-wheel drive, allowing you to enjoy the light handling you expect from a sports car.

The GT 4-door Coupe 43 is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 367 PS and a maximum torque of 500 Nm. An electric supercharger is added, which allows boost pressure to rise from low rpm, and a 48V mild hybrid system that provides a maximum assist of 250 Nm is also combined, so the GT 4-door Coupe will feel more powerful.

The GT 4-door coupe is also characterized by smooth acceleration and excellent fuel economy thanks to its combination with an AMG-developed 9-speed automatic transmission. Furthermore, the drivetrain is a 4WD 4MATIC+, which ensures stable traction while allowing torque distribution to be biased towards the rear wheels during sporty driving.

The base grade of the Panamera is characterized by its nimble handling, taking advantage of rear-wheel drive, while the GT 4-door coupe stands out for the stability that only four-wheel drive can provide.

Porsche Panamera

Engine type = V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine

Displacement = 2894cc

Maximum output = 353PS / 5400-6700rpm

Maximum torque = 500Nm / 1900-4800rpm

Transmission = 8-speed AT

Drive system = RWD

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupe 43 4MATIC+

Engine type = Inline 6-cylinder gasoline turbo engine

Displacement = 2996cc

Maximum output = 367PS / 5500-6100rpm

Maximum torque = 500Nm / 1600-4500rpm

Transmission = 9-speed AT

Drive system = AWD

The Panamera sports car or the GT 4-door coupe grand tourer?

The Panamera is cheaper, with a starting price of 15.22 million yen. The wide range of options available means you can customize it to your liking, which is also appealing, but the more options you choose, the higher the price. The AMG GT 4-Door Coupe 43 is priced about 600,000 yen higher than the Panamera, but with its sophisticated powertrain and comprehensive basic equipment, it’s not bad value for money.

Both cars are practical four-door coupes, but the Panamera is a pure sports car, as is typical of Porsche. The Panamera is suitable for users who value driving dynamism. The GT 4-door coupe, as is typical of Mercedes-AMG, strikes a good balance between sportiness and comfort. It can be said that the GT 4-door coupe is more user-friendly for everyday travel and long-distance travel.

Vehicle price

Porsche Panamera 15.22 million yen

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupe 43 4MATIC+ 15.86 million yen

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