2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q45 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
