1958 BMW 501 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 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 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 122 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 BMW 501. 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 1958 BMW 501. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 501 | Sable |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |