1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre 4. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1961 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | S | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
