1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 225 kg more than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Chrysler Windsor | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Windsor | Sable |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
