1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
