1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
