1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 138 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SE | Sable |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
