2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 512 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 MG MGB 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 1973 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1973 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1973 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercury Sable | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Sable | MGB |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |