1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 892 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | DB3 | Milan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |