1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q45 | 300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |