1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 334 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 GT | Sable |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
