1977 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 97 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 528 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
