1997 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Sable |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |