1968 Marcos 1600 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Marcos 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Marcos 1600 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
