1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | DB2 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |