1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 82 L |
