1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 18 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
