1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 16 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 3.3 | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |