2005 Infiniti M vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 405 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti M | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |