1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 70 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 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 1972 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 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:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Sable |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 338 Nm |
| 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 | 1225 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
