1959 Cadillac 62 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 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
