1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 300 | EX |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |