2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 1950 Mercury Roadster | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | QX56 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
