1973 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1973 BMW 3 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 1973 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 3 | Sable |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |