1963 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Mercury Sable

To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 616 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 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 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1963 AC Aceca 1999 Mercury Sable
Make AC Mercury
Model Aceca Sable
Year Released 1963 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 85 L


 

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