1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 674 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
