1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 106 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 78 L |
