1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 68 L |
