1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | S |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |