Porsche 911 or Audi S5? Buy The Dream Or The Better Looking Car And Pocket $50G's?

The Audi has a way more aggressive style. I have yet to see someone drive the new Audi's as well

— veyron1001 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 2:34:29 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

or wait for the RS5 for closer performance and will be even more rare

— Jaybrn (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 2:52:46 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

For some reason, I'm really attracted to the chrome strip on the Porsche 911 targa.

And I think that the S5 is much more attractive than the A5 and RS5...don't know why 'cause that's just the way it is for me.

Some part of me keeps reminding me that I'd enjoy the Porsche more, in all dimensions.

— WorldofLuxury (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 3:07:18 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

I would get an S5 and a used an E39 M5 with the 911 price.

— 528i (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 3:21:11 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Get the S5, maybe find an authorized tuner to make it more unique.
Or wait patiently for the RS5.
Then if you just gotta have a 911, a used 996 or 997 can be had for less than $50K with low miles in your area.

— Bored (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 3:56:55 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

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— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 8:46:08 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Get the 911.
If you enjoy driving the Porsche more and money isn't an object, why not get the car that makes YOU happy?
I wish I had your troubles... choosing between an S5 and a 911. Must be nice.

But yeah, I'd say 911.

— adamsaf723 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 7:01:59 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7   

LOL!!!

— KZ258 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 9:23:32 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Indeed.

— 204E60 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 3:40:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Then I really AM an over acheiver! ;)

001

— Agent001 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 1:03:18 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Skip 'em both and get an M3

— henbmw (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 7:28:46 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

The way I look at it is. If you want a pure driving experience with the expected luxury ammenities and traditional styling choose the 911, you simply can't go wrong no matter how you look at it. In this regard, a GT-R is and shouldn't be in the picture.

If you want a conservatively styled German coupe with a great interior and a nice V8 to boot then the S5 or (A5) is the choice of car for you.

It's too hard for me to choose which poison fits my taste because both of them are unique in their own ways.

001, since you've had previous 911's I say you try out an Audi S5 :). The 911 will always be great and will always be there. The S5 of today will not be the same S5 in it's later years.

A win win situation Don!

— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 7:43:50 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

I don't se how these 2 cars even make a good comparison. I like the Audi more but it's not a sports car to compete with the Porsche.

BTW, I never realized how much front and rear overhang the 911 had until this photo. Still looks good though.

— 222max (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 7:46:28 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

I have an '08 911 Turbo. Best car I've ever owned. Outstanding performance, 100% reliability, fantastic assembly and what a thrill to drive every time. And it gets 18 mpg in town; 23 on the highway. I looked at an S5 coupe... kinda ho-hum. Nice enough, but zero sense of occasion.

— 204E60 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 9:06:14 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

split the difference and get an M3 coupe. Virtually identical performance to the 911 Carrera S (0-60 in the same 4.1 seconds, similar skidpad grip, shorter braking distance, higher slalom speed, all of which are much better than the S5) and you pocket $30k. In Alpine White with carbon fiber roof, red extended leather (or black leather if you're less adventurous), and 19" wheels, you'll turn plenty of heads. Whether you can "get the LA girls panties wet" or not, well, that's up to you.

— JRobUSC (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 9:10:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7   

the 911S, oo1. the 335i already beat the S5 around the track(the numbers are extremely close, i think the 335i won by 2/10s of a sec) so surely the new 911S could toast the S5 in everyway. I say they booth look really nice but I know i would opt for the 911S without a second thought

— KZ258 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 9:22:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

What the 911 has in spades that all the other cars don't have is character. Or, as one of the British car magazines said, "Drive a 911 and you're hooked. Probably for life."

— 204E60 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 10:13:18 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

I know I will get roasted for this but the same way I don't consider the TL or RL serious sports car I dont consider any FWD based Audi a serious sports car. They are beautiful inside and out though.

— M316 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 10:14:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

There's a reason the Audi is "WAY more rare in snobby Socal". Buy the 911, remember, "There is no substitute".

— jayr1 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:06:49 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

I don't think 911 is that dream car anymore, but I do think it's a better looking car of these 2.

S5 looks well made, but way too chunky.

— dlin (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:30:05 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

I'd find out if the Audi has a clutch warranty. Porsche does NOT. I found out the hard way.

— Stefano (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:31:36 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

I test drove the new 911 Carerra S here in Austin yesterday....all I can say is WOW....what a stunning machine. 001 it sounds like you are more concerned about your image and being seen in the latest "in" car and in that case, yeah, maybe you should buy the Audi but for those who appreciate substance and character over the latest fashion accessory the choice is more than clear..911.

— SixxFive (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:37:43 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I drove both cars. There is no comparison unless you can't afford the Porsche, in which case I'd buy an M3

— pcar4evr (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:45:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

I thought they banned this fool, but like roach it keeps reproducing.

— VISO (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 2:06:18 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Well, if I wanted a 911, I'd buy one, and if I wanted an S5, I'd buy that. No comparison. They are completely different cars.

— Rupert (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 12:13:18 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

I don't know, 001. The 911 S turns my head every time. I was just around the Rodeo Drive last week when I was in Southern California and I did see a few beautiful 911 S. Doesn't diminish the experience at all. I am in the market for one for my wife. The S5 is a beautiful car with an exceptional interior, but there's no comparison here.

— investor27 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 12:21:03 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

hard decision! that A5 does look sexy with the LED lights and like you said porsches have become pretty commonplace. I would personally go for the S5, it's aggressive, luxurious, still a good ride, and the price is pretty nice. that is if you are looking for the uniqueness factor. Or if you're looking at the 911 price range, why don't you consider an R8!!!

— LUXCAR32 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 1:04:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

001, you're too big for the P-Car. Get the S5

— sizquik (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 1:25:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

LOL,

If you were as tall and long-torsoed as I am, 001, you would have no choice but to buy the Porsche 911.

The Audi A5 performs well but not as well as the Porsche Carrera4s, but it looks gorgeous and is a hell of a lot cheaper. The interior is lovely, but my head hit the ceiling! Blame that damned sunroof. It's not even a regular sunroof (i.e., tilt-only), but it takes up 1.5 inches of precious headroom.

I fit in the Carrera but just barely. I can fit in the new 'Vette as well. But all of the other sports/GT cars I have tried on (Nissan GT-R, Jaguar XK, Audi TT, BMW 335i coupe & Z4, Mazda Miata, Mercedes CLK & SLK, etc.) either have insufficient legroom, insufficient headroom, over-bolstered seats that are too narrow for my pelvic girdle, or all of the above. I haven't tried on the Audi R8 or the latest Mercedes CL & SL, but these cars are awfully expensive.

— Audiphile (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 2:57:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

the s5 is still rare in socal?

— 1995e34 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 3:58:31 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

it's an odd comparison. one is a front engined coupe based off a sedan platform, that in some guises is fwd. the other is a rear engined sports car. i've been far more impressed with the new audi when i see it in person than when seen in photos.

if i needed a daily driver, i'd opt for the audi. if i wanted to drive one of the most fun cars ever, i'd go for the porsche.

— 1995e34 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 4:07:11 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

excellent point, sailor.

what is your response, oo1? are you just bored and posted this or is there a real reason?

— KZ258 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 5:00:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I alway like to go to my car show benchmark:

Ask yourself, in 30 years, will people be looking at these cars at a show?

Well, there aren't many that are, but cars like the 911, Viper, Corvette, etc., YES. Performance/luxury coupes and sedans? Aside from maybe a Maserati Quartroporto, NO WAY.

— t_bone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 5:51:36 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

M-B CL? I would think so!

— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 8:49:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I think the S5 will go down as one of the most beautiful cars of the early 2000s.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 10:31:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

I haven't responded because I have been stuck in LAX all day trying to get to Vegas.

Just got to my room at the Wynn.

001

— Agent001 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 1:05:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

www.autospies.com = www.volkswagen.de/marketing/Hahnwinken.psp

?? ;|

— Mugwump00 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 5:37:57 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I don't really get this article.

You're trying to decide whether or not you want to get a car that makes you happy, or one that makes you look good to other people?

The S5 is amazing, I love it, but I don't think there's any comparison here.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 10:36:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

This is a really dumb comparison. The cars don't even compete in any way. They both happen to be German and thats pretty much where the similarities end. that being said...911!!!
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— TauronB2G (View Profile)

Posted on 11/2/2008 11:45:08 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

The 911 all the way.

— xj13 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 5:15:52 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

That's the thing... the 335xi doesn't beat the S5. It's close, but the S5 is quicker and faster.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/4/2008 10:24:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Why is it always about the BMW? Don't you get it, the question here is between an S5 and a 911. Not a 335, not a Gulfstream III or a Star Trek transporter. Perhaps I might like to have one of them but that is not the topic of this post. You just don't get it. I do. You are a BMW fanboy and, therefore, everything revolves around you beloved BMW. When someone asks you what your favorite band is do you somehow weave in how you get wet for BMW's? Finally, 001 is comparing two sexy pieces of machinery, not the two fastest vehicles in the universe. With all due respect, the 335, while fast, looks like the boxes the S5 and 911 come in. If it were all about speed you should rename yourself wrxguy or lancerevoguy. Grow up.

— macbjg (View Profile)

Posted on 11/5/2008 4:38:50 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Why limit to these two choices? If you can truly afford a $105k 911, you can 'man up' and buy a new Vantage. Or used Continental GT...even a Gallardo.

— supermoto (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 12:12:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

911!!!! No brainer.

— jjl12 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 2:34:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

S5 all the way. Driven them both. Yes the Porche will outdrive the Audi when going 9/10ths. But on a day to day basis, the Audi captures more attention and offers more comfort and functionality.

— klipprand (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 3:03:21 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

"I could buy a fully loaded S5 coupe that would make most LA girls panties damp and SAVE over $50G's in the process."

not that i need the help in that department, but to also save 50G's to put under my mattress S5 all the way baby! only seen 2 since they came out both in the same week and both times my emotions ramped up. cool article forget these haters...

— DiamondJim (View Profile)

Posted on 11/3/2008 11:19:32 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

Audispies used to be Lexuspies which used to be Autospies.

— Whattt (View Profile)

Posted on 11/4/2008 5:16:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

The 2 are totally different cars. The 911 is a true sport car while the S5 is a luxurious sporting GT.The S5 is a beautiful car but it's not like driving a 911.You could more compare an S5 to a BMW 6 series coupe or a 3 series coupe etc.

— mini22 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/5/2008 6:21:44 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I would but the Porsche,the S5 is not in the same class, and if I could buy the Porsche, my pants would be wet.

— jochet (View Profile)

Posted on 11/6/2008 5:43:21 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I suppose if you're shallow enough that other peoples' opinions of your car matter more to you then your own desires regarding which car to own, then sure, why not save 50K.

— TheRealJT (View Profile)

Posted on 11/6/2008 8:30:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2