2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | SL | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |