1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 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 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 196 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 911 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | FB Special | Sable |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |