1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 95 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 749 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
