1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 479 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB4 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
