2009 Infiniti M vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | 560 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |