2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 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 1974 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 (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Murano | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |