1952 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
