1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 220 | G25 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |