1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special 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 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | FB Special | Sable |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |