1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 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 44 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 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 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 230.4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
