1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | Twosome | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |