1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
