1941 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1972 Mercury Monterey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 810 kg more than 1941 Aston Martin 15.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1972 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1941 Aston Martin 15 has manual transmission. 1941 Aston Martin 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Aston Martin 15 | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | 15 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1941 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 164 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1930 kg |