1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar Type S | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | Type S | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
