1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 Infiniti FX. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | 600 | FX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
