2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
