1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 881 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
