2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Sable | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
