Broadswords: 10% more dammage than sabre, but slower. Slow enough that they aren\'t worth using.
Short Sword and Falchion: About the same.
Sabre: As fast as Falchion, but deals more max dammage.
Are there any hidden benefits? For instance, some people say that longswords are better for defense. Some say that Falchions hit more often. Anyone know for sure?