1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 12 M | Sable |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
