1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1961 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1961 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
| Model | Twosome | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |
