1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
