2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Sable | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |