1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 553 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | GT 40 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
