1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 659 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Murano |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
