1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 65 kg more than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT.
Because 1963 Maserati 5000 GT 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 Maserati 5000 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 5000 GT | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
