1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
| Model | CLK | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
