1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercury |
| Model | DE 36 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2760 mm |
