2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1962 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | S | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
