1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 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) has 196 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | 230 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
