1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac 62. 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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2870 mm |
