1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F50 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 78 L |
