1950 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2824 mm |
