1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | 280 | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
