1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 619 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB4 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
