1951 Mercury Roadster vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1951 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1951 Mercury Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercury Roadster | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
| Model | Roadster | G25 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4773 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
