1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 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 220 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 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:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | B 95 | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |