1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Zephyr | Sable |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
