1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 534 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti J30 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J30 | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
