2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G37 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |