1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 43 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Because 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 1964 Jaguar MK 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK 10 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
