1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | 190 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
