1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Centurion. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Centurion | Sable |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |