1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | GS | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
