1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 371 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1955 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB2 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |
