1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca 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 95 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 AC Aceca 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Aceca | Sable |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |