1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 1964 Jensen CV-8 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 Jensen CV-8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | CV-8 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
