2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456M | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
