2007 Infiniti M vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M | 560 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
