1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 29 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 400 | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 78 L |