1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | 62 | Sable |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |