1972 Buick GS vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 228 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick GS 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 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
