1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2870 mm |
