1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 37 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Sable |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |