2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 938 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Sable | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
