2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G35 | 280 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |