1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CW | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1680 mm |
