1942 Cadillac 61 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 61. (123 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 61 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 61 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
