1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 810 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Murano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |
