1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 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 244 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 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:
1960 Mazda R 360 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | R 360 | Sable |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |