1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | E | M |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |