2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 2012 Infiniti G37
Make Mercedes-Benz Infiniti
Model SL G37
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5439 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 469 HP 348 HP
Engine RPM 2650 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 701 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2650 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1686 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L


 

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