1969 Bristol 410 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 410. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 326 kg more than 1969 Bristol 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Bristol 410 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 1969 Bristol 410. 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 410 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | 410 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 78 L |
