1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
