1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 400 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 1982 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 400 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 85 L |
