2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
