2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | G37 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
