2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1962 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Sable | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
